HR Specialist - Training & Development

at  Sanctuary For Families Inc

ABOUT US

Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence. Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services. We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy. Our services are available in 12 locations throughout New York City.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The HR Training Specialist will report to the Chief People & Culture Officer (CPCO) and collaborate with various departments, including Human Resources and Programs, to develop, implement, and manage training programs aimed at enhancing staff skills and performance. A key component of the role is partnering with our vicarious trauma consultant to expand vicarious trauma resources and ensuring all staff are equipped to handle client-related incidents. The HR Training Specialist will be responsible for tracking and maintaining staff training records, providing regular reports to supervisors, and assisting the CPCO in identifying training needs and help programs manage their training budget.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in training and development, preferably within non-profit or human services organizations.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and experience working with programs related to vicarious trauma.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to track multiple training initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively deliver training to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and other training tracking tools.
• Experience in collaborating with consultants and external partners to enhance training offerings.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Ability to analyze training data and generate comprehensive reports.
• Familiarity with organizational development and performance management.
• Experience in budget management and resource allocation.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across different disciplines

PEOPLE OF COLOR, TRANS AND GENDER NON-CONFORMING PEOPLE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AND SURVIVORS OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

We recognize that the safety, healing and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues. In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.