Training Coordinator - Center for Literacy Education and Employment - UTK

The Training Coordinator is a subject matter expert on workforce development for people with disabilities. This position works to design, develop, coordinate and disseminate high-quality professional development and training for the staff of the state funding agency, Tennessee Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services (TN DHS/DRS), as well as community rehabilitation agencies that are funded to provide services for the customers with disabilities served by TN DHS/DRS. These educational services are grounded in research and align with professional standards established by nationally recognized disability and employment organizations. Under the leadership and supervision of the Associate Director and the collaboration with TN DHS/DRS, most trainings will be delivered virtually, with some in-person sessions. These trainings will support professionals who provide employment services by building skills in areas such as career exploration, job search strategies, employer engagement, job accommodations, assistive technology, job support services, connecting individuals with community resources/services, etc.  As requested by the funding agency, the Training Coordinator collaborates with professionals in the field who develop and/or assist in presenting specialized topics, as needed. This position carries out additional tasks and responsibilities based on the requirements of the TN DHS/DRS contract scope of services and direction of supervisor.  The overall goal of this role is to enhance skills and promote best practices among professionals working to improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities.  This position is primarily remote, with some travel required.