Training Director

Rural Health Association of Tennessee

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Job Summary

The Training Director will be part of a collaborative team that develops and launches training programs for Apprentices, Community Health Workers (CHW), and other health professionals. This position will be responsible for curriculum development, facilitating a statewide Community Health Worker Advisory Committee, and training for internal and external partners.   Candidates should have strong working knowledge of rural health issues and facilitation experience.

Job Responsibilities

Program Management

• Collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts to determine instructional needs of future Apprentices, CHWs, and other entry-level health professions.
• Act as lead trainer for Community Health Workers among internal and external partners.
• Lead an advisory committee for Community Health Worker curriculum development.
• Responsible for the design and development of all RHA of TN training efforts for internal and external partners.
• Administer a professional development stipend program for behavioral health professionals.
• Develop and implement a system for continuous quality improvement and curriculum updates.
• Collaborate with the RHA of TN Directors to develop educational events and resource kits related to Behavioral and Maternal Health, Workforce, and other public health initiatives.
• Foster relationships with local and state community partners.

Grants Management

• Assist in the preparation and drafting of grant proposals, reporting documents, and other correspondence, as necessary for federal, state and/or local funders.
• Maintain compliance status with relevant state and federal agencies.
• Create systems to effectively maintain records, program data, evaluations, resource materials and all other documents related to RHA of TN programs.

Team and Organization Management

• Work cross functionally with other RHA of TN staff to support all programs and organizational goals as identified by RHA of TN’s strategic plan and contracts.
• Supports the planning and implementation of the Annual Conference and Regional Events, including managing continuing education credits.
• Lead a high-performing team that meets grant goals and deliverables on time.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with RHA of TN Members.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• • Bachelors degree required with minimum 5 years of experience in public health programs. Master’s degree or additional certifications preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to addressing public health challenges  impacting rural and other minority populations.
  • Must be detail-oriented, accurate, motivated, proactive, and able to meet deadlines.
  • Able to plan, prioritize, and complete tasks with minimum supervision.
  • Demonstration of excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, communication (verbal and written), project management skills required.
  • Strong customer service skills, organizational skills, and a positive attitude.
  • Experience working with multiple stakeholders including government, education, and private sector.
  • Proficient using technology as a management reporting tool.
  • Experience working with a high-performing and collaborative team.
  • Flexible with ability to manage multiple projects.

Preferred Skills:

• • Experience as a community health worker or other healthcare provider settings.
  • Understanding of maternal and behavioral health policy issues.
  • Experience working with a remote team and remote management.

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

Applicants should submit cover letter and resume via https://rhat.mcjobboard.net/jobs

Details

• Date Posted: October 15, 2021
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Communications / Marketing / PR
• Service Area: Education
• Start Date: 11/15/2021
• Salary Range: 60-65000
• Working Hours: M-F general business hours some flexibility on start and end times