Early Start Family Resource Network Training Coordinator (Part-Time)

SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Early Start Family Resource Network (ESFRN)/Family Empowerment Center (FEC) Manager, the Training Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and facilitating all ESFRN/FEC presentations, trainings, workshops, and conferences. Some travel may be necessary.  Has no supervisory responsibility. This is a part-time position working 30 hours per week.

HOURLY RANGE:

• $22.33 - $22.33 per hour 

SIGN-ON BONUS!

• $250 sign-on bonus after the completion of 90 days of employment at IRC with work performance in good standing.
• $500 sign-on bonus after the completion of 6 months of employment at IRC with work performance in good standing.
• Make sure to tell us if an IRC employee referred you when you get to that question on your application! Please include their full name.

GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE AND EMPLOYEE PERKS:

• To view our benefits package and employee perks, please click HERE . 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, develop, and facilitate trainings, workshops, and other events on a variety of disability-related topics for families and individuals receiving Early Start, regional center and special education services.
• Create content for presentations and comfortably engage and interact with groups, in-person and utilizing virtual platforms.
• Coordinate guest presenters and process special accommodation requests.
• Create and disseminate a survey of training needs to assist with the development of future training topics.
• Assist in developing and expanding ESFRN/FEC staff training resources.
• Ensure confidentiality of all family and client information.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to working with culturally, economically and/or socially diverse populations.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development trainings.
• Seek to maintain current and relevant knowledge base.
• Use office equipment appropriately and keep it in good repair. Keep work area neat and orderly.  Observe all safety rules.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others. Perform as a member of the team, answer questions, share expertise and contribute to the harmony of the team.
• Handle change well and be flexible and adaptable in dealing with interruptions, new priorities and new assignments.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Keep manager informed of pending work, work in progress and problems encountered.
• Utilize agency’s IT systems as assigned, maintaining security and following agency’s protocol and procedures, rules, and requirements.
• Comply with and ensure program compliance with agency’s Personnel Policies and Procedures.
• Assure that consumers’ rights and dignity are maintained in the provision of services.
• Perform different or additional work as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Parent or family member of a child with special needs is preferred.
• Knowledge of the developmental disability system and related services.
• Two years of experience coordinating and facilitating events and trainings is preferred.
• Must have strong presentation, planning and organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products, virtual meeting platforms, and the ability to type accurately.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Full use of an automobile, possession of a valid California driver's license and liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law or ability to provide for independent transportation. Must have and maintain a safe driving record.
• Bilingual preferred.

We are proud to be an EEO employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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