PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR at Athelas Institute, Inc.

Columbia, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

58656.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Staff training, Professional development, Compliance management, Mentoring, Administrative documentation, Record keeping, Communication, Training facilitation, Instructional design, Time management, Multi-tasking, Conflict resolution, Data tracking, Employee orientation, Regulatory compliance

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Job Title: Professional Development Coordinator Department: Specialized Services Position Overview: Oversee, facilitate, & maintain all aspects of training provided to staff. Essential Job Functions Essential Job Functions: * Oversee staff training, new employee including orientation training, e-training, on-going professional development training and in-service days. * Ensure training compliance with State, Federal and DDA licensing requirements. * Continually develop, refine and monitor agency training to ensure staff knowledge, competency and promotion of agency mission. * Conduct and develop specific new hire trainings. * Recruit agency trainers and manage annual training agreements. * Complete all administrative functions for the Red Cross and the Maryland Board of Nursing to ensure current certifications for employees. * Provide mentoring, training, support and back-up to trainers & staff. Meet regularly with the group to address concerns, provide information and assistance to enable them to be knowledgeable about all aspects of their job. * Complete all state and agency required documentation in accordance with stated guidelines and deadlines. * Check and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication * Tracking of required trainings in accordance with DDA/State/Agency policies. This includes, and is not limited to, CPR/First-Aid, the Mandt System, and MTTP Courses. * Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings. * Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, incident report filing, etc. * All other duties that may be requested by Director & Assistant Director of Specialized Services. * Maintain all hard copy & electronic training files for all agency staff. Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in human services, Communications, or business, or related field with a minimum of two years professional experience. Associates Degree will be considered with substantial professional experience. Experience working with people with Intellectual Disabilities preferred but not required. Other Skills/Abilities: * Able to identify, quantify and evaluate training needs throughout the agency. * Able to work with and motivate a diverse staff throughout all levels of the agency. * Able to develop, monitor and provide professional development. * Able to communicate effectively with the public and employees in a positive, professional and friendly manner. * Ability to complete and maintain accurate records. * Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. * Ability to work a flexible schedule. Evenings/Weekends to meet the needs of the agency. Physical Requirements: * This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary. * Some travel may be required for training at day programs, residential sites, and community settings. Work Environment * This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. * Ability to communicate effectively in both virtual/ in-person environment. Benefits: Health: Health, Vision, Dental, supplemental coverage through Aflac. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Incentives: Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Flexible Spending Account, Sunny Day Fund Work-Life Balance: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty Financial: 403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU) Training: Paid DDA and new hire training's, Paid CPR and First Aid Certification Paid Medication Administration Training. (If applicable) *dependent on Full or Part time status Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change.

Responsibilities

The Professional Development Coordinator oversees, facilitates, and maintains all aspects of staff training, including orientation and ongoing professional development. They ensure compliance with state and federal licensing requirements while managing training documentation and agency records.