Damar Services, Inc.
Learning and Development Specialist
ADDIE
LMS
Edtech.com's Summary
Damar Services, Inc. is hiring a Learning and Development Specialist to provide training directly to employees and facilitate new employee orientation. The role involves designing and implementing learning programs, conducting various internal and external training sessions, and collaborating with leadership to enhance organizational expertise and outcomes.
Highlights
- Design, plan, and implement learning and development programs to improve the organization.
- Develop teaching outlines and instructional methods for individual and group training.
- Conduct training sessions including New Hire Orientation and certifications like 1st Aid/CPR.
- Manage training schedules and outcomes to ensure positive learner experiences.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop clinical and administrative training projects.
- Deliver synchronous and asynchronous training through various media in virtual and local settings.
- Perform Training Needs Analysis using ADDIE methodology to identify learning objectives.
- Maintain strong relationships with program management teams to address learning needs proactively.
- Use data collection to track training outcomes and support organizational goals.
- Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent agency experience, 2-4 years facilitating training, hands-on LMS experience, and required certifications such as Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and 1st Aid/CPR Trainer Certification.
Learning and Development Specialist Full Description
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Employees at Damar aren’t just part of a workforce — they’re part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in people’s lives.
Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. It’s no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years!
Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. It’s no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years!
Ready to make a real difference?
Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. Damar is looking for passionate Learning and Development Specialist to be responsible for providing direct training to employees of Damar. Provides both internal and external trainings as assigned and enhances Damar’s reputation within the industry and in the community. The Learning and Development Specialist will be responsible for facilitating new employee orientation and assist with other learning and development initiatives.
Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. Damar is looking for passionate Learning and Development Specialist to be responsible for providing direct training to employees of Damar. Provides both internal and external trainings as assigned and enhances Damar’s reputation within the industry and in the community. The Learning and Development Specialist will be responsible for facilitating new employee orientation and assist with other learning and development initiatives.
Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:
- Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
- Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
- Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
- Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
- Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
- Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal
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Remarkable ways you will be making a difference:
- Designs, plans and implements learning and development programs to drive organization improvement
- Develops teaching outlines and instructional methods for individual and group learning opportunities
- Conducts training sessions for internal and external stakeholders, such as New Hire Orientation, 1st Aid/CPR, certifications, etc
- Demonstrates ownership of the training process including full accountability to meet department training goals and creating a positive learner experience through managing the training schedule, content, interactions, and outcomes
- Collaborates with the Director of Learning & Development and subject matter experts to develop and implement projects/training activities to promote clinical and administrative expertise within Damar and within the industry
- Delivers synchronous and asynchronous learning events using varied media in virtual and local environments
- Conducts Training Needs Analysis (TNA) using ADDIE methodology that identifies competencies, training requirements, training/professionalization deficiencies and learning objectives
- Maintains relationships with Damar’s program management teams to serve as a business partner and proactively address learning needs
- Utilizes data collection in relation to driving and tracking outcomes and achieving Damar initiatives and goals
- Actively participates in and/or oversees data collection and the use of data to improve outcomes, practices and service delivery
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What you need to be considered:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, education, adult learning, or a related human services field preferred; 3-4 years of Damar/like agency experience may be substituted for education
- 2-4 years of professional experience as a facilitator in a Learning and Development / Training capacity preferred
- Hands-on experience with Learning Management Software (LMS) preferred
- Must have or be able to obtain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Trainer Certification
- Must have or be able to obtain 1st Aid/CPR Trainer Certification
- Minimum age of 21 per licensure requirements
- Valid Indiana driver’s license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)
- Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions
- Successfully complete a pre-employment physical
- Favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening
Essential Job Functions:
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 35lbs); to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
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