TAP Training Coordinator- Springfield, IL

TAP Training Coordinator- Springfield, IL

Job Summary: The Training Coordinator of The Autism Program of Illinois is responsible for all training and education on behalf of The Autism Program of Illinois (TAP), administered by Hope.

Position Requirements:

• Employee must hold a degree in social services, human relations, or related field.
• Employee must have advanced knowledge of evidence-based best practices in the diagnosis and treatment of autism.
• Employee must have extensive knowledge of autism resources and services.
• Employee must have superior communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Employee must have excellent presentation skills with an ability to represent the program.
• Employee must have the ability to self-motivate and work independently.
• Employee must be detail oriented and able to handle multiple complex tasks or assignments, consistently producing high quality work.
• Employee must demonstrate sound judgement, problem-solving, and flexibility.
• Employee must recognize and accommodate cultural differences and diversity.
• Employee must consistently demonstrate behavior in alignment with the organization’s core values.
• Employee demonstrates good attendance and will use designated benefit time (sick, PTO, personal), not exceeding the provided days.
• Employee must have the ability to independently travel extensively throughout Illinois.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for coordinating, developing, implementing, conducting, documenting, evaluating and revising training programs for TAP. Training will occur in-person and virtually throughout the state on the program's behalf.

• Works with the TAP Director to determine training needs of the TAP network.
• Prepares monthly and quarterly reports including training calendar, participation log, etc.
• Assists with Hope’s Communications team to provide training content for the TAP Newsletter, website, and social media.

• Active participant in TAP meetings and events as assigned.
• 20% Travel and evening hours may be required.

Marginal Functions:

• Assumes responsibility as a mandated reporter concerning incidents of alleged abuse or neglect of individuals served by Hope, as outlined in our agency’s policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as required or assigned

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in indoor settings in a typical office climate. Travel is a requirement of the position therefore driving or procuring alternative transport is required. Overnight accommodation is provided.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 4 years’ experience working in a social service or non-profit organization.

Physical & Basic Requirements:

• Must be able to use technology to communicate with others, create training content and complete any required documentation.
• Must be able to use the Zoom platform to facilitate training and webinars.
• Must maintain a professional appearance aligned with the organization’s dress code, but also with hygiene and grooming.

Benefits for Full-Time Grant Monitor:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Floating Holidays
• Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance

Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.