Job Description

　　The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Central/West (CW) State-Operated Community Services is seeking qualified candidates for the Training Technician II position. This position will hold a key role in the development and implementation of the State Operated system's training program. This position, in conjunction with the Training Coordinator, will be responsible for the development, coordination, and provision of trainings and orientation programs for CW employees and volunteers.

　　This position will also be tasked with assessing training needs in collaboration with the Director of Central West State Operated Community Services, the State Op. Directors, and the Training Coordinator. This position may also work with the Regional Training Department on curriculum development. The Training Technician will be responsible for ensuring that all mandated trainings are completed within the appropriate timeframe and documentation is completed and filed as required. This position must be PABC (Proactive Approaches to Behavioral Challenges) certified or become certified at the level required to provide employees with PABC training. This position will also need to have or receive instructor-level certification to provide CPR/First Aid training for new employees and for recertification requirements.

　　The Training Technician will provide content specific trainings for New Employee Orientation. This position will receive training in fit testing N95 respirators and will provide such testing to meet annual agency requirements. It is also an expectation that this position will have or gain knowledge necessary to train and assist staff in the state operated homes in the use of computers and applicable systems such as email, online trainings, self-service time and attendance, and more. This position will be supervised by the Training Coordinator for CW State-Operated Community Services.

　　Please Note:

　　This position is located in Springfield, MA. This position will be required to travel throughout the Central/West Region, as needed, and will have hotel work-space available in Templeton (TCS), Worcester (CRS) and Northampton (CCS).

　　Schedule: This is a full-time, 37.5 hour per week position working Monday through Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm.

　　Days Off: Sunday/Saturday

　　Some flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the program.

　　About the Department of Developmental Services:

　　The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

　　For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

　　Pre-Hire Process:

　　Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

　　Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

　　Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

　　Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registryCriminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/coriNational Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

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　　For questions concerning the information in this requisition, please contact Human Resources at 857-268-2337.

　　Qualifications

　　First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

　　MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

　　Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in teaching, instructing or training work which included the planning, development or implementation of educational or employee training programs as a major duty, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

　　Substitutions:

　　I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in education may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience

　　II. A Graduate degree with a major in education may be substituted for the required experience.

　　Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

　　SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None.

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　　 COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

　　An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

　　The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.