Staff Development Specialist II

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center Job Classification Title Staff Development Specialist II (S) Position Number 60048403 Grade NC15 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate aspects of training and staff development for staff at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. The Specialist II is responsible for assessing training needs, planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, documenting, and evaluating training programs. The Specialist II has supervisory responsibilities and program administration duties within the Staff Development Department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $55,221.00 – $96,639.00 Recruitment Range: $55,221.00 – $96,639.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs )/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: At least 2 years of experience working with people with IDD, and 1 year as a part of a Staff Development program teaching adult learners.

Ability to develop training curriculum, conduct classes based on the curriculum, and assess curriculum. Ability to effectively supervise & evaluate work performance. Ability to manager aspects of training program & coordinate training delivery, including scheduling and resource coordination. AHA CPR instructor & ARC lifeguard instructor trainer Physical Requirements: Physical ability to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of physical skills taught (i.e., bending, reaching, grasping, holding, movements of arms and legs, standing, lifting etc.).

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. We Will Be Recruiting For Multiple Positions With This Post. Your Application Will Be Considered For All Noted Open Positions. Shift Hours: 1st shift (8:00 am – 5:00 pm), Monday - Friday About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center: The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities. The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the  Queen City of Charlotte,  home of the Carolina Panthers and the  City of Asheville,  home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn.

Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family. Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.

We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ . Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-empl