Training Instructor
Job Title: Training Instructor
FLSA status: Non-exempt, full time 36.25 hours varied shifts that include daytime, evenings and Saturday’s
Location: Remote and in Person in Huntington Park
Reports to: Training Institute Director
Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and recovery-oriented Training Instructor to design and deliver impactful learning experiences that empower our workforce and the community. This role is essential in promoting recover-oriented practice, professional development, and supporting our culture of continuous learning.
This person must be person-centered, have strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills, a passion for teaching utilizing core adult learning techniques and relatability to variety of personalities in trainees and coworkers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the Training Coordinator to deliver engaging, recovery-based trainings to both community members and agency staff.
• Lead in-person and hybrid training sessions during varied hours, including evenings and weekends, based on cohort schedules.
• Serve as lead facilitator for WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) and other core recovery topics.
• Complete the agency's Train the Trainer program.
• Maintain and update training materials to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Represent the agency at conferences, meetings, and community outreach events.
• Assist with new employee orientation
• Build rapport with trainees, staff, employers, and community members, cultivating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Model PRPSN’s values in communication, teaching, and professional conduct.
• Participate in regular team meetings, supervisions, and contribute to collaborative learning.
Key Competencies:
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences using adult learning principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates empathy, impartiality, and sound judgment when working with peers, students, and partners.
• Adaptable and collaborative team member who manages conflict constructively.
• Familiarity with the mission and approach of Project Return Peer Support Network.
Other Position Qualifications:
• The position is reserved for an individual with mental health and/or justice involved lived experience
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Possess a current Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification.
o If not, CAPS Academy would train the employee to achieve Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification.
o Must meet qualifications to become Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certified: https://caps.academy/trainings-peer-supporters-academy.html
• Must have teaching/training experience related to core recovery topics.
• Experience working in the mental health field or other social services.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding areas in Southern California. Class C driver’s license and clean driving record. Proof of valid automobile insurance and ability to be insured by Project Return’s liability insurance. Must provide proof of auto liability insurance of a 30,000 / 60,000 policy upon the first day of employment, maintain required coverage amounts and provide ongoing documentation of continuous coverage.
• All employees that drive personal vehicles for daily job functions
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. MS Access and PowerPoint are highly required.
Benefits:
Health Benefits
We offer a choice between two different HMO's, dental and vision care.
Paid Time Off
We offer a combination of 11 holidays, 2 weeks of sick time, 2 weeks of vacation time and 2 personal days off per full time employee
403 B Retirement
We offer a voluntary 403 B retirement plan for your future
Employee Assistance Program
We offer an EAP that is confidential and supportive for personal, family and work issues. EAP is available 24/7