Training Specialist | Springfield, IL

Company: Hope
Location: Springfield
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Training Specialist I - Springfield, IL Salary Range: $37,000-$42,000 Hope is a clinical, educational, and therapeutic provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. We exist to help children and their families reach their maximum potential by providing state-of-the-art applied behavioral analysis therapies and access to recreation, vocational training, and individualized education programming. Our mission is to provide the best services in the most inclusive environments to encourage persons to fulfill their individual potential through evidence-based treatment, advocacy, and community education. The Training Specialist I is responsible for training new and existing employees as well as coordinating, developing, implementing and revising employee trainings. The position helps provide oversight to the Hope Academies new employee training program as well as various supports to all Hope programs; interacts with employees, co-workers and other trainers in a warm, positive, helpful and professional manner; navigates various technology, software and websites daily; uses active listening and clear communication to navigate conflict resolution and embodies the mission and core values of Hope. The person must have the ability to successfully complete background clearance, physical & drug/alcohol screening, and the ability to qualify as a DCFS driver. The position requires travel to various Hope locations, up to 20% of working hours. Training Specialist Essential Duties: Conduct and coordinate employee development, training, and orientation programs, including but not limited to new employee training for Hope Academy programs, Safety Care, Trauma Informed Care, and CPR/First Aid trainings. Assist in the managing of new employee training for Hope legacy programs including setting up for trainings, managing the day-to-day operations of the training, carrying the training cell phone and the enforcement of the Hope policies & training expectations. Assist in completing trainings for Hope Clinic Care programs both in town and in other areas. Assist in monitoring and ensuring staff are in compliance and current with all training requirements. Assign courses in Hope University to employees as well as approve employee uploaded documents and chart them where required. Input completed trainings into required websites, software and spreadsheets and obtain trainees’ training certifications. Manage and proctor the ACT WorkKeys testing for newly hired paraprofessionals. Create interactive trainings and PowerPoints from developed materials as well as occasionally researching new information to put into trainings. Assist with audits on as as-needed bases for various internal and external agencies (including state funding and licensing bodies). Attain and then maintain trainer certifications in Safety Care, CPR/First Aid and Trauma Informed Care trainings. Minimum Qualifications : High School Diploma or GED equivalent. 1 years of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. 2 years of experience in employee training or development. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed primarily in an indoor office or conference room/classroom environment, free from extreme weather conditions. Work is performed both in a private office setting and in a larger conference room/classroom setting and may require close physical interactions with employees, within a few feet or less, and involves daily contact with employees, co-workers and other trainers. Work may involve conflict situations. Work includes the ability to drive. Work may require working flexible hours if trainings are required outside of normal business hours. Position requires travel to various Hope worksites and may require overnight stays. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The Training Specialist I requires the ability to traverse property and facilities to set up for trainings and complete trainings. This position may be subject to prolonged periods of sit-down work at a desk and working on a computer as well as prolonged periods of standing (especially when training). Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry a minimum of 50 pounds at a time. This position requires the ability to bend, twist, kneel or stoop on a repetitive or continuous basis, operate various business instruments including computers, speakers, web cameras, projectors, or copiers requiring manual dexterity. Data input and training creation may require extended levels of concentration as well as visual acuity to read paperwork and computer monitors; requires the ability to speak clearly and communicate effectively with individuals encountered. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General knowledge and understanding of Hope’s programs, mission and core values. Excellence in customer service; ensuring warm and friendly exchanges. Skill in conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques. Technical proficiency and the ability to use phone systems and computer software. Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to easily connect and form trusting relationships. Ability to communicate and deliver presentations clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, utilizing video, audio, documentation and other software to enhance employee learning experiences. Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Ability to navigate and utilize various software systems such as Microsoft Office and ADP. Ability to work professionally with people from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision while prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks to meet specific deadlines. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure. Ability to successfully complete background clearance, physical & drug/alcohol screening. Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license and the ability to qualify as a DCFS driver. Ability to travel (up to 20% of working hours). Hope is an equal opportunity employer. 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