Training Coordinator

About the Hiring Organization

Since the 1990s, the Affiliated Santé Group (Santé meaning health in French) has supported individuals living with mental, emotional, and substance use conditions through a consortium of nonprofit organizations. The common thread between them all is the ability to provide hope and healing to individuals in their most vulnerable times.

The Rock Creek Foundation was founded in 1973, and is part of that consortium. We empower individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or profound mental illness to stay or reintegrate into their community of choice through a combination of therapeutic and rehabilitative services. We offer a comprehensive range of treatment options, including supported employment, residential rehabilitation, meaningful day, and psychiatric rehabilitation services.

The Rock Creek Foundation is hiring for the below role.

The Role

The Training Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and delivering training programs to 30-50 staff members in the areas of Developmental Disability Administration (DDA) and Behavioral Health Administration (BHA). These trainings must meet county, state and national standards for caregivers in these fields and the coordinator is expected to demonstrate knowledge of these standards. The Training Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring that our staff members have the necessary knowledge and skills to provide and receive ongoing education about high-quality services to individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate and deliver training programs to staff members which meet county, state and national standards for education in Developmental Disability Administration (DDA) and Behavioral Health Administration (BHA).
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills among staff members.
• Develop and implement training plans to address identified needs and ensure compliance with training requirements.
• Stay updated on national training trends and best practices in the field of developmental disabilities and behavioral health administration.
• Research and identify training opportunities for staff members to enhance their professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborate with relevant departments and stakeholders to design and develop training materials, resources, and curriculum.
• Coordinate and schedule training sessions, ensuring availability of trainers and participants.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain training records and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of career ladder programs to support staff members professional growth and advancement.
• Collaborate with external training providers and consultants as needed.
• Keep abreast of changes in regulations and policies related to developmental disabilities and behavioral health administration training requirements.

What We Require:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Education, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a Training Coordinator or in a similar training role, preferably in the field of developmental disabilities or behavioral health administration.
• Strong knowledge of Developmental Disability Administration (DDA) and Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) training requirements and regulations.
• Familiarity with national training trends and best practices in the field.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple training programs simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively deliver training and collaborate with staff members and stakeholders.
• Experience in conducting training needs assessments and designing training plans to address identified needs.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of career ladder programs and professional development opportunities is a plus.

Location 

RCF is headquartered in Silver Spring. This role is hybrid, with three days per week in person and two days per week remote. Candidates must be located in the Washington, DC region to facilitate on-site work, with reliable transportation to attend events and meetings as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

The budgeted salary for this role is $70,000, with a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, four weeks of paid time off, 403(b) retirement plan, professional development funds and more. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. Resume reviews will begin the week of April 22.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Rock Creek Foundation and Affiliated Sante Group are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnicity, family status, HIV status, or any other category protected by law.

Data science tells us that women and members of minority populations are less likely to apply to jobs because they wait to feel they meet 100% of job requirements. We do not believe there is a “perfect candidate” and encourages everyone who meets 70% or more of this job description to apply. We can’t wait to hear from you.