POSITION SUMMARY

The Training Coordinator plays a pivotal role in our organization's talent development efforts, ensuring the seamless implementation of culturally relevant, as well as required, training initiatives. This position involves coordinating both internal and external training programs, organizing sessions with outside experts, and delivering hands-on training experiences. The Training Coordinator actively contributes to the onboarding process, conducts regular training needs assessments, and maintains comprehensive training documentation. Strong organizational and communication skills are vital, as the Coordinator liaises with various stakeholders to guarantee effective training delivery and evaluation. This role is ideal for someone passionate about employee growth, capable of managing multiple responsibilities, and dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning within the organization.

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION

At Avenues, we believe homelessness does not define a person. It is just one part of a journey that we are here to help young people navigate. All youth experiencing homelessness have or are experiencing trauma. Therefore, mental health is at the center of all our work. There is no one reason why youth experience homelessness – it’s intersectional. Systems of oppression, racism and poverty are some of the root causes of homelessness. Without addressing these systems, homelessness will persist. Youth are resilient, inspiring, and the drivers of their own journey. With stability, trust and youth-centered supports, their dreams can become reality.

Avenues empowers youth to find their path out of homelessness. We do that by providing a stable home, building trusting relationships, and navigating youth education, career, health and wellness and housing goals. Avenues’ work is guided by the 9 Evidence-based, Guiding Principles to Help Youth Overcome Homelessness and our core values: equity, community, respect and dignity, trust, liberation, and anti-oppression.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Avenues’ original and oldest program is now known as Minneapolis Avenues. Located in North Minneapolis, this program provides emergency shelter, transitional housing and intensive supportive services for 21 youth at a time, ages 16 to 21. Annually, the program supports 170 to 190 young people.

In early 2015, we expanded into the northwest suburbs with the opening of Brooklyn Avenues, a 12-bed shelter and transitional housing program for homeless youth ages 16 to 21 from the northwest suburbs of Hennepin County. We anticipate this program will support 80 to 100 young people every year.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

• Schedule and coordinate monthly All Agency trainings, as well as workshops and trainings that are program specific. Ensure trainers, facilities, and resources are organized and prepared for each event.
• Update and develop training that meet cultural and relevant needs to program and agency. Create engaging and effective training modules, presentations and other learning resources. Monitor trainings to ensure they are conducted effectively.
• Implement evaluation methods to assess the effectiveness of training programs. Gather feedback from participants to continuously improve training content and delivery methods.
• In coordination with HR, maintain accurate records of training and attendance. Keep track of training materials. Generate reports to track training progress and completion rates.
• Ensure we are in compliance with DHS and FSBY statutes and regulations and industry standards. Stay updated on best practices and trends in training and staff development.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to plan, develop, coordinate and evaluate effective training in alignment with organizational objectives and employee development needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational abilities to manage training, coordinate resources and ensure onboarding and training is effective and well-executed.
• Analytical skills to assess training needs, identify gaps and develop creative solutions to address training challenges and training delivery and participant engagement.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and programs, trainers and subject matter experts to facilitate seamless communication and coordination of training activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in social work, human services, education, or related field; three (3) plus years of related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education, lived and work experience, and training.
• Experience with and commitment to principles-based youth work and restorative justice required.
• Experience working with diverse communities, including an understanding of power, privilege and systems of oppression required.
• Proficiency in MS Office and training software/ tools.
• Strong attention to detail maintaining accurate training records, documentation and ensuring compliance with training policies and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, bend, twist, kneel, and communicate. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: KEEPING US SAFE

In response to the COVID‐19 Pandemic, Avenues for Youth has worked diligently to establish strong health and safety protocols for our community. This position is typically a face-to-face, in-person role. Currently many job duties can be fulfilled by phone or video-assisted technology, but some situations will require in-person meetings. Any interactions that require in-person contact will involve the use of social distancing and personal protective equipment.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION (DEI)

Avenues for Homeless Youth is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We embrace diversity, foster inclusion, and do our work through an equitable lens. Persons of color, women, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, other minorities, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Title: Training Coordinator

Department: Operations

Primary Location: Minneapolis Avenues

Employment Status: Part Time Hourly Non-Exempt (Benefit Eligible)

Core Schedule: Mondays through Fridays, 24 hours per week.