Title: Respite Training and Outreach Coordinator - #ARSR1190

State Role Title: Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range: Anticipated salary starting at $60,000-$70,000 commensurate with experience.

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs

Agency Website: https://www.dars.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Join the Division for Aging Services and help strengthen the independence and well‑being of older Virginians by leading impactful respite‑care training, expanding community outreach, and shaping the future of caregiver support across the Commonwealth.

Why Join Us?
✅ Impactful public service that drives positive outcomes
✅ Inclusive, professional, and highly supportive teams
✅ Exceptional state benefits and work life balance

Job Duties:

The Division for Aging Services fosters the independence and well-being of older Virginians and supports their caregivers through leadership, advocacy and oversight of state and community programs, and guides the Commonwealth in preparing for an aging population.

We are seeking a Respite Training and Outreach Coordinator to increase public awareness of respite care and its importance for caregivers and families. This position delivers training to volunteers and respite care providers, including those within Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), on effective skills and best practices for providing respite care. The Specialist also expands knowledge of respite care among future healthcare professionals by conducting outreach and education with students. Additionally, the position utilizes the National Respite Care Provider Training Curriculum to ensure high quality, evidence-based instruction and consistency in statewide respite training effort.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Training Development and Delivery
• Partnership and Community Engagement
• Evaluation and Reporting

Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.

**Position requires some travel within Virginia

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license required

Experience:

• Experience developing training materials, curricula, or outreach presentations for diverse audiences.
• Experience delivering both in person and virtual training to volunteers, service providers, or community partners.
• Experience evaluating training effectiveness or using data to inform program improvements.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of respite care and caregiving needs.
• Working knowledge with evaluation methods, data collection, and basic reporting techniques.

Skills:

• Skill in developing educational materials, presentations, and curriculum content.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including planning travel and coordinating multiple training events.
• Skill in building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, and AAAs.
• Proficiency with computers, including strong word-processing skills and experience using Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel).

Abilities:

• Ability to present information clearly and professionally to both small and large groups.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to represent the program professionally in public-facing engagements.

Additional Considerations:

• Knowledge of National Respite Care Provider Training Curriculum beneficial but not required.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

DARS offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance plan options, flexible spending accounts, VRS retirement, employer paid basic group life insurance, optional employee paid group life insurance, 13 paid holidays, Sick Leave, Annual Leave, Family Personal Leave, employee discount programs, and more.

Reasonable accommodation is available during the application/interview process per the ADA. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply
Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé are submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.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.