MAP Training Specialist

About the role

The MAP Training Specialist delivers Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification and recertification training to support the organization’s ability to maintain a MAP-certified workforce in alignment with MA Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and MA Department of Public Health (DPH) regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates MAP certification, recertification, and preparatory sessions in accordance with state requirements and organizational standards.
• Delivers learner-centered training using adult learning principles, clear instructional methods, and structured practice sessions.
• Uses preparatory testing and learner assessment data to reinforce high-need areas and support exam readiness.
• Provides structured feedback, coaching, and testing preparation to learners who require retesting or skill reinforcement.
• Identifies and communicates trends in learner readiness or challenges to the Assistant Director of MAP Training Program.
• Completes required training documentation, test score submissions, attendance records, and certification forms in accordance with DDS and DPH MAP standards.
• Ensures records are accurate and submitted within required timeframes.
• Participates in MAP program team meetings, shares instructional observations, and reports learner data trends.
• Supports training calendar execution, course scheduling, and resource coordination as assigned.

Qualifications

• Typical Requirements: Active RN license in Massachusetts, Certified MAP Trainer (or ability to obtain within 60 days), 1+ year experience delivering MAP or clinical training, OR 2+ years MAP-related field experience (direct support, nursing, or human services environment).
• Preferred /Required Education: Associate's degree in Nursing required, Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Driving Requirements: Not required.
• Physical Effort: Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques, operate a computer and other office equipment, remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed, bend, reach, file, sit, stand and move around the facility, speak, hear and communicate with clients, staff and external representatives, specific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Required Certifications/Trainings: None.
• Required Credentials/Licenses: Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.

Pay

USD $87,125.00 - USD $90,200.00 /Yr.