Training Specialist

Job Summary Aspire is seeking a Training Specialist to deliver practical, engaging, and role-specific training that helps employees succeed across our human services, educational, clinical, administrative, and community-based programs. The Training Specialist partners with program leaders, schools, administrative teams, Quality Assurance, People & Culture, Clinical Services, Operations, and other departments to assess training needs, develop effective learning solutions, and reinforce best practices in real-world work environments. This field-based role translates policies, systems, regulations, and quality standards into clear, practical training. The position requires strong facilitation skills, sound judgment, independent decision-making, and the ability to support adult learners with diverse roles and experience levels. Schedule & Pay • Schedule: M - F 8:30am - 4:30pm • Pay Rate: $45k - $55k • Role: Salaried & Exempt • Location: Must be located within commuting distance of Hamden, CT - Hybrid 3 times a week minimum Key Responsibilities Training Delivery and Facilitation • Facilitate required, role-specific, and assigned training programs across Aspire service lines. • Deliver training in multiple formats, including in-person, virtual, onsite, and small-group sessions. • Support onboarding programs such as All On Board and other new-hire training initiatives. • Adapt facilitation methods to meet the needs of frontline, clinical, educational, and administrative employees. • Provide coaching, observational feedback, and skill-building support to employees and managers. • Participate in agency-wide learning initiatives, including micro-trainings during community meetings. • This position will need to train to be a CT Investigator. Field-Based Training and Practice Support • Maintain a regular presence in Aspire programs, schools, offices, and team environments. • Deliver training and coaching in real-world settings to reinforce skill application. • Support supervisors with practice observations, feedback, and competency assessment. • Share relevant observations with leadership and Quality Assurance partners to support follow-up and continuous improvement. • Training Needs Assessment and Quality Partnership • Identify, analyze, and prioritize training needs using observation, employee feedback, quality reviews, • and operational data. • Participate in cross-functional meetings and workgroups to identify emerging training needs. • Design and implement practical solutions, including training sessions, job aids, coaching, and refresher resources. • Interpret regulatory changes, system updates, and quality concerns to determine appropriate training responses. • Evaluate and escalate issues that require solutions beyond training. • Recommend performance improvement strategies that support operational and quality objectives. Curriculum and Content Development • Deliver training aligned with Aspire policies, regulatory requirements,…