Trainer

Title: Trainer

Location: NY-Albany

Job Description:

As a Trainer, you will fulfill training for external training contracts, internal training needs, and manage the scheduling and provision of mandated internal offerings such as Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and 1st aid/CPR. The Sidney Albert Training and Research Institute (SATRI) provides curriculum design, development and training to internal professionals as well as those individuals served by external contracts executed by the Institute. These contracts may be with various departments within the State of New York, School Districts, Human Service Agencies or community-based entities. You will work hybrid with at least 2 days a week onsite, and must be available to travel as needed for external training. Some availability for remote work is available.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver curricula including supporting educational materials as assigned.
• Design, develop, research, and write curricula.
• Implement adult-professional training programs.
• Prepare all written reports, maintain records, and issue certificates of attendance.
• Maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with Agency colleagues and engage in diverse, constructive communication both within and outside of the Agency.
• Assume training responsibilities as assigned.
• Participate in annual program performance evaluation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Master’s degree, or Bachelor’s degree with 2 years experience, or 7 or more years experience in one or more direct service areas.
• Must have content knowledge, presentation skills, and knowledge to teach on a variety of subject areas including but not limited to childhood development, child and adolescent behavioral disorders, trauma informed care, leadership, and crisis and de-escalation techniques. Knowledge of NYS Children's Medicaid services preferred.
• Must have content knowledge, presentation skills, and knowledge sufficient to teach effectively on a variety of subject areas.
• Computer skills include PowerPoint, use of a virtual classroom, and various data management systems preferred.
• Teaching and training or public speaking experience preferred.
• Mental health and child welfare experience is preferred. 
• Must have valid drivers license and be able to travel as required.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.