Job Description

The Training Assistant supports the professional growth and development of staff across the agency by coordinating, scheduling, and monitoring all training initiatives. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, enhances staff competency, and contributes to the agency’s mission of providing high-quality mental health services. The Training Assistant serves as a central point of contact for training logistics, tracking, and communication.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full Academy training cycle, including coordinating and scheduling internal and external trainings, workshops, and continuing education opportunities for staff at all levels.
• Design, develop, and implement engaging virtual training programs using instructional design principles to ensure content is interactive, accessible, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Prepare and distribute training announcements, reminders, and instructions in a clear and timely manner.
• Support trainers and facilitators by assisting with training materials, presentations, and attendance documentation.
• Create and design training presentations and marketing materials, including flyers, for Academy programs.
• Moderate NYPCC Academy trainings, meetings, and support groups.
• Track and record training and meeting attendance for payroll processing and update employee training records in the HRIS.
• Create trainings and manage registration within the Learning Management System (LMS), while maintaining accurate records in LMS, SharePoint, and ADP.
• Monitor, track, and report on mandatory compliance training, following up with management to ensure timely completion.
• Support new employee onboarding by delivering engaging, thorough, and informative training experiences including the coordination of onboarding, New Hire Orientation and Work Ethics when needed.
• Provide administrative support to the Training Specialist team as needed.
• Collect and analyze feedback to assess training effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Promote a positive, growth-oriented workplace culture by encouraging continuous learning, recognizing staff achievements, and supporting employee recognition initiatives.
• Provide weekly updates on project and task status.
• Generate reports for leadership, HR, and auditors as required.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal labor laws, rules, and regulations.
• Collaborate with the Training Department to provide administrative support and assist with ad-hoc HR projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

**Education & Experience **

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in professional development or human resources
• Experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS)

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Skilled in Canva, DocuSign, SCORM and other digital platforms
• Creative with flyer design, branding, and social media content

**Communication & Interpersonal Skills **

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, timely and effective
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to present confidently
• Able to interact effectively across all levels and diverse cultures
• Team-oriented: collaborates well with HR, supervisors, and leadership
• Maintains a positive, friendly, and “can-do” attitude

Professional Attributes

• Demonstrates professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive staff information
• Strong recordkeeping and organizational skills
• Excellent time management; able to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines under pressure
• Problem-solving mindset: identifies challenges and proposes practical solutions
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-change environments
• Passionate about NYPCC’s mission and values

Other Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle to travel to Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Please Note:

• WEEKLY TRAVEL IS REQUIRED TO OUR QUEENS, BROOKLYN AND BRONX LOCATIONS.

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000/year

_ ** ** ** ** ** Compensation will commensurate with experience and qualifications.**********_