Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background. St. Coletta’s meets individuals’ needs and abilities while providing the least restrictive environment for growth.

We are seeking a motivated Trainer and Quality Assurance Coordinator to conduct our in-house training for Direct Support Person’s (DSP). This individual will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of Agency in-service Training and Quality Assurance . Must have previous experience working in a Social Service agency, a bachelor’s degree, and one-year hands-on experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the training program and creating training plans using our web based training system.
• Select appropriate training methods and identify sources for training content.
• Create skill practice exercises and select appropriate training methods.
• Direct structured learning experiences and monitor for quality.
• Deliver training courses for new hires and continuing staff.
• Provide train-the-trainer sessions for supervisors.
• Develops & implements an Agency-wide in-service training program
• Ability to design, deliver and maintain a diversified training program
• Evaluates and assesses the appropriateness of the training program
• Bills the Department of Human Service (DHS) for our trainees hours
• Add Trainees to the DHS registry
• Maintains accurate training records
• Maintains CPR instructor certification
• Has knowledge of pertinent licensing regulations
• Travels to Group Homes to assist trainees with on-the-job booklet (OJT) (
• Inspect the Group Homes
• Develop quality assurance standards and company processes.
• Collect data, analyze, and compile
• Create reports documenting errors and issues for fixing.
• Write corrective action reports.
• Run quarterly QA meetings.

Physical Demands

• Physical effort will involve sitting, standing, walking, driving a vehicle, writing, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, bending, and stretching.
• Will be required to travel to our Group Homes (CILA's)
• Must be physically able to perform Agency approved Behavior Management techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Service or related field
• Certified as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP)
• One year of hands-on experience working with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
• CPR instructor certified preferred.
   

St. Coletta's of Illinois provides staff with medical, dental, life, LTD, PTO, Vacation, Sick, 10 agency holidays and much more!