On-the-Job (OJT) Training and Development Specialist

About the Role

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. This role is based at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center, where we serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or have behavioral problems.

Responsibilities

• Promote the integrity and fidelity of the On-the-Job Training (OJT) program for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center.
• Collaborate with supervisory staff and OJT instructors to develop their skills in providing OJT.
• Conduct OJT to demonstrate/model correct content delivery and build the skills of OJT instructors.
• Provide constructive feedback to OJT instructors to improve their performance.
• Plan, design, and develop methods for assessing and evaluating OJT training effectiveness for DSPs.
• Review and revise DSP OJT modules for sufficiency, ease of understanding, and current training methods.
• Review and revise policies, procedures, and guidelines related to OJT delivery.
• Monitor and use data to evaluate OJT effectiveness, developing action plans as needed.
• Supervise assigned staff, including hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
• Attend and facilitate meetings, serve on committees, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of adult education principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of training procedures and methods.
• Skill in designing, writing, and producing educational and technical materials.
• Skill in analyzing data for training effectiveness.
• Ability to lead, instruct, and motivate others.
• Ability to analyze training needs and evaluate effectiveness.
• Ability to use computer systems and software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and make decisions within broad guidelines.

Requirements

• Valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to be certified as an instructor in Safe Use of Restraints (SUR), Ukeru, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Schedule

Day shift, with potential for extended shifts, rotating schedules, and on-call status as needed.

Location: LUBBOCK, TX
Salary Range: $5,200.00 - $7,253.83 per month
Travel: Up to 5%