Training & Development Specialist at Growing Home Inc.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALISTThe Training and Development Specialist is responsible for planning designing andfacilitating job readiness and workforce development training. Develop programs toimprove individual job skills. Analyze training needs and evaluate training effectiveness.Reports to the Director of Employment Training.ABOUT GROWING HOMEGrowing Home is a non-profit urban farm and social enterprise in the Englewoodneighborhood of Chicago. We serve our communities through local healthy foodaccess and robust workforce development that has pathways to sustainable careers.Our 12-week person-centered paid employment training program includes real workexperience with transferable skills a robust classroom curriculum and holistic casemanagement and support - all in-house. Our training program operates four cohortsover a calendar year.RESPONSIBILITIES Facilitate classroom training. Present information with a variety of instructionaltechniques or formats such and group discussions videos team exercises hands-onexamples lectures and other formats. Offer specific training programs to help participants improve and obtain job skills. Evaluate training materials such as self-guided instructional manual online applicationsoutlines text and handouts. Develop training materials. Obtain organize or develop training procedure manualsguides or course materials such as handouts or visual materials. Monitor and evaluate training activities for program effectiveness. Evaluate modes oftraining delivery such as in-person or virtual to optimize training effectiveness. Assess training needs and outcomes through surveys focus groups or consultation withthe manager and other trainers. Perform day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files andprocessing paperwork scheduling classes setting up systems and equipment andcoordinating enrollment. Inspect equipment and materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems ordefects. Select and schedule outside instructors to conduct training. Schedule classes based onthe availability of classrooms and instructors. Identify the developmental needs of participants coaching mentoring and help toimprove their knowledge and skills. Collaborate with other community partner organizations and businesses i.e. CARAConnect Amazon Accenture colleges universities etc. Assist with referring trainees to employment and or training locations offering jobplacement assistance and/or training programs Assist with job search and placement. Keep up with developments in your area of expertise. Attend meetings or seminars toobtain information for use in training programs. Assist with various special projects and other duties as assignedSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Commitment to Growing Homes mission and core values Experience in classroom facilitation skills training and/or curriculumdevelopment Familiarity with workforce preparation strategies job search placement services careerand vocational education adult learning principles and multiple population groups. Excellent verbal and written communication skills strong organizational andtime management skills ability to lead projects and problem-solve Experience working directly with marginalized populations Strong computer skills including using Microsoft Office (excel) and Google Docs Ability to work some evenings and weekends Some travel for meetings will be required. Must have an aptitude and willingness tonavigate public transportation throughout the greater Chicago-area or a valid driverslicense The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Must be able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environmentEDUCATION Bachelors degree in Business Adult and Continuing Education or a related fieldpreferred. 2-4 years exp.Equal Opportunity EmployerGrowing Home is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equalopportunity employer. Growing Home does not discriminate on the basis of race color nationalorigin sex gender identity religion sexual orientation age disability parental status veteranstatus or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of allbackgrounds to apply. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability please email us atRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Digital Marketing,Bootstrap,Activex,Jboss,Adobe,Arbitration Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1