Competency, Training, and Development Instructor

Competency, Training, and Development Instructor 2

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Date:
Jan 2, 2026

Location:

DENTON, TX

Facility

Location:

Denton State Supported Living Center, 3980 STATE SCHOOL RD, DENTON

Posting Number: 11679 | Closing Date: 02/02/2026 | Audience:
Internal and External | Occupational Category:
Education Training and Library | Salary Group: TEXAS-B-17 | Salary Range: $3,581.33 - $5,372.41 per month | Shift: Day | Telework:
Not Eligible | Travel:
Up to 5% | Regular/Temporary:
Regular | Full Time/Part Time:
Full time | FLSA Exempt/Non‑Exempt:
Nonexempt

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. If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

Job Responsibilities

• Perform routine training work designed to ensure employees are effectively trained in core and specialty competencies required for their position.
• Plan, design, organize, conduct, and evaluate educational and training programs, including new employee orientation and refresher training.
• Liaise with all departments and programs at the facility, providing support as needed.
• Develop and maintain training materials, using creative methods to engage trainees, and adapt training techniques to audience needs.
• Serve as a substitute trainer when needed, maintaining training continuity.
• Maintain accurate training records, attendance, and training reports.
• Assist in curriculum development and adopt state‑of‑the‑art training techniques, ensuring safety and infection‑control practices.
• Conduct needs assessments and program assessments to identify training gaps and recommend improvements.
• Maintain necessary certifications and serve as a Master Trainer or subject matter expert as required.
• Participate in facility meetings, provide training perspectives, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to fulfill training and facility goals, including disaster response and COOP activation.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Attend work regularly and work specified shift schedules, overtime, and extended hours as required.
• Conduct training classes in group or computer lab settings, ensuring trainee competency.
• Use creativity and training techniques to enhance trainee engagement.
• Maintain accurate training records and attendance, submitting reports as required.
• Assist in developing curriculum materials, multimedia presentations, and ensure equipment maintenance.
• Assist in identifying training needs and developing responses to improve delivery.
• Complete post‑orientation assessments and authorize required documentation.
• Maintain certifications (e.g., CPR, Ukeru, Safe Use of Restraints, etc.) and serve as a Master Trainer.
• Participate in facility meetings, provide recommendations, and analyze training statistics.
• Perform additional duties and support disaster response or COOP activation as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to work with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of adult education principles and training procedures.
• Skill in providing effective instruction to large groups and one‑to‑one.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to learn, teach, and demonstrate skills related to CPR, Ukeru, Safe Use of Restraints, and lifting.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with diverse recipients.
• Ability to support approximately 55 pounds for proper lifting instruction.
• Ability to evaluate, develop, and revise training programs.
• Proficiency with Windows‑based programs (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficiency with basic office and audiovisual equipment.
• Ability to work both within a team environment and independently.
• Good judgment and…