Training Specialist (CD)

Make a Difference. Build a Future.

Are you passionate about helping others live their best lives in Hanover? Join our team of dedicated Direct Support Professionals and become a vital part of a compassionate, person-centered organization that empowers individuals with developmental disabilities to thrive in their communities. As a DSP, you will provide essential support with daily living activities, promote independence, and build meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve. Your role will be critical in ensuring safety, dignity, and a high quality of life for each person. To be considered for this position, you must meet the requirements for Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) designation. In addition, the ideal candidate should have related professional experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities within the human service field.

Apply today and join a team where every day is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

General Description: Incumbent works directly with individuals who have developmental disabilities and/or a mental health diagnosis. More specific job descriptions can be found below relating to Team Assignment.

**Hanover County CSB adheres to the Developmental Disabilities (DD) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waivers setting requirements which provide Virginians eligible for DD Waiver services the choice to receive services and supports in the community versus an institutional setting.

Organization: The Training Specialist position is part of Hanover County's Career Development Program (CD). The Training Specialist Ladder has four levels ranging from Training Specialist I to Senior Training Specialist. Incumbents normally report to a Training Specialist Supervisor and supervise no staff.

Essential Functions (All Teams):

• Ensure an individual's rights of privacy, dignity and respect, and freedom from coercion and restraint.
• Facilitate individual choice regarding services and supports, and who provides them.
• Completes paperwork and files reports as required.
• Performs related work as assigned.

*Day Support Team – This position supports persons with an intellectual/developmental disability in a day program environment. The incumbent performs routine tasks to oversee community integration and/or daily living activities of persons served.

• Provides direct care, support, training and assistance to participants in the day support program in the areas of personal hygiene, behavior, and community integration
• Completes and maintains consumer records according to departmental standards and State licensure requirements
• Participates in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans as a member of an interdisciplinary team, and monitors and evaluates consumer progress
• Provides training, supports and education in social, recreational, self-help and work related skills in order to increase each individual's independent functioning in various environments
• Provides opportunities for peer interactions, community integration, independence skill building and enhancement of social networks. Supports may also be provided to ensure an individual’s health and safety.

Working Conditions:

A. Hazards

None Known

B. Environment

Field – Routine exposure to adverse weather, dust, fumes, odors, noise, vibrations, and repetition

C. Location

Site-based programs, community and/or community

D. Physical Effort

Travel may be necessary to transport persons served

Must be able to physically assist persons served, up to 100 pounds, maneuver

E. Non-Exempt

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (All Positions/Teams): Familiarity with programs and services for persons being served. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must be able to establish effective working relationships with persons served and their families, staff, Board members, and community groups/businesses. Must be able to exercise sound judgement, work effectively under pressure, and demonstrate integrity and flexibility. Ability to operate a personal computer and related software and other standard office equipment.

Education, Experience and Training:

*Supported Employment/Day Support/Supported Living Teams:High school diploma or GED; one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelors degree preferred in a related field. Higher levels on the Career Ladder require additional education, experience and training (specificity of training depends on team assignment).

Special Conditions (All Positions/Teams):

• Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License
• TB test
• CPS (Child Protective Services) Check
• Twelve-month probationary period
• Criminal Records Check including fingerprinting
  
  *Supported Employment Team and Day Support Team

• Must be able to successfully pass CPR/First Aide training as well as behavior management as required by regulation, including but not limited to Title 12 of the Virginia Administrative Code. This training process includes a hands-on, in-person demonstration of first aid and CPR competency, for successful completion. This demonstration requires bending, lifting, and completing activities on the floor.