Competency, Training & Development Instructor

Overview

Date:
Jan 12, 2026

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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Functional

Title:

Competency, Training & Development Instructor

Job Title: Training and Development Spec2

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Fac. Competency Train & Devel.

Posting Number: 12750

Closing Date: 01/26/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Personal Care and Services

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-17

Salary Range: $3,900.00 - $5,372.41

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Shift: Day

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility

Location:

Austin State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 2203 W 35TH ST

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Brief

Job Description:

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state.

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Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts training classes in group class-type settings or computer lab environments to include New Hire Orientation, refresher training and continuing education classes to ensure trainees' competency.
• Evaluates employee competencies and skills as outlined in policy and/or course requirements.
• Acts as a substitute trainer for other FCTD team members in case of absences to ensure constant delivery of training classes when scheduled.
• Promotes training quality and effectiveness; customizes HHS FCTD standardized training to increase trainee perception of relevance to the facility's environment and uses creativity to inject interactivity and interest.
• Maintains accurate and complete training records and ensures proper attendance records are submitted to the appropriate team member or in applicable systems.
• Assists with curriculum materials development, including multimedia presentations, and demonstrates awareness of safety and infection control practices.
• Coordinates with facility managers to identify training needs and develops responses; conducts post-orientation assessments in the residential setting when needed.
• Maintains necessary certifications to teach assigned classes (e.g., CPR instructor, trauma-informed care, Ukeru, SUR) and serves as Master Trainer or subject matter expert as assigned.
• Attends facility meetings to provide training perspectives and reports training statistics; conducts needs assessments and program assessments for training improvement.
• Performs other duties to ensure services are provided; participates in disaster response/COOP activation as required.

Knowledge,

Skills And Abilities

(KSAs):

• Knowledge of working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of training procedures/techniques and adult education principles; ability to apply to curricula and learning objectives.
• Ability to deliver effective instruction to large groups and individuals; establish and maintain relationships; excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn, teach and demonstrate skills related to CPR, Ukeru, SUR, and lifting; ability to work in team and independently; sound judgment aligned with HHSC values.
• Ability to operate Windows programs (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic office/audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to support approximately 55 pounds to train safe lifting; ability to adapt to alternate scheduling.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or

Certifications:

• Must possess valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it within 90 days; driving record requirements per HHSC Fleet policy.
• CPR instructor certification within six months of hire and maintained thereafter.

Initial Screening Criteria:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• At least one year of experience with persons with developmental disabilities or training adults in a classroom/on-the-job setting (preferred to have both).

Additional Information:

• Applicants…