Title: Training Instructor II
State Role Title: Trainer and Instructor II
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Virginia Ctr for Beh Rehab
Agency Website: www.jobs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A
Job Duties
To deliver training and ensure training coordination is completed as assigned as measured by the total training hours provided and the satisfaction of VCBR administration and VCBR department heads. To ensure scheduling of all mandatory training, communicating all requirements and developing and implementing new training opportunities. To assist with room set up, assembly of printed training materials and assistance with the audiovisual aspects of training presentation. To coordinate VCBR Therapeutic Options instructors and assure VCBR staff members maintain TO certification. This position also assures VCBR meets CPR and First Aid training requirements. Maintain training files for each employee. Develop and implement new training as required by the facility. Manage Learning Center materials, notification and annual data entry. Coordinate all contractor, volunteer and intern training.
Minimum Qualifications
• Demonstrates the ability to develop and deliver training.
• Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively with department heads, staff trainers and VCBR staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge of facility and departmental instructions
• Demonstrates ability to interpret policy and develop effective training modules on the specific subject matter.
• Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning theory.
• Demonstrates skill in oral and written communication.
• Demonstrates skill in the use of audiovisual and other training equipment.
• Demonstrates skill in the use of computers
• Demonstrates the ability to compile reports on training compliance and maintain a comprehensive manual of all specific training.
Additional Considerations
Experience working with sex offenders preferred.
Experience in training defensive tactics and other useful training techniques.
Training as a DBHDS Therapeutic Options techniques and/or training preferred.
Experience with VCBR 1033 techniques and/or training preferred.
Experience as CPR instructor preferred.
Proven experience in designing multiple training events in a corporate setting
Extensive knowledge of instructional design theory and learning principles
Proven ability to master the full training cycle
Adequate knowledge of learning management software
Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools and techniques
Familiarity with talent management and succession planning
Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and calculate training ROI
Sound decision making and organizational skills
Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences
Proficiency in MS Office and in database software
BS degree in Education, Training, HR or related field
Proven experience in designing multiple training events in a corporate setting
Extensive knowledge of instructional design theory and learning principles
Proven ability to master the full training cycle
Adequate knowledge of learning management software
Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools and techniques
Familiarity with talent management and succession planning
Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and calculate training ROI
Sound decision making and organizational skills
Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences
Proficiency in MS Office and in database software
BS degree in Education, Training, HR or related field
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services check; employment verification; and verification of education (relevant to employment).
Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific (“barrier”) crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending (“barrier”) charges (Go to the code section to see barrier crimes and related information).
Please provide all relevant work experience. In describing your relevant experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the American with Disabilities Act. If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (804) 766-3277 during business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
VCBR offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of health plan, paid life insurance and retirement plans, discounts, employee referral programs, 12 paid holidays, annual, family personal and sick leave.
VCBR is a tobacco-free, smoke-free work environment.
VCBR is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer, that provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, and active members of the Virginia National Guard and/or U.S. Military Reserve members to apply, and to respond accordingly on the state application.
Virginia Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation (VCBR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all applicants regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encourage to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.
Contact Information
Name: Jessica Aliff
Phone: 804-766-3326
Email: jessica.aliff@dbhds.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.