The California Alliance of Child and Family Services is the unifying force in the charge to lead change and provide support for the state’s children, youth, and families. For those dedicated to improving the lives of these at-risk populations, the California Alliance stands apart as the champion and leading voice for organizations that advocate for children and families, and for advancing policy and services on their behalf.
The Catalyst Center leverages connections between research, policy, and practice to inform and lead capacity-building efforts amongst service providers across the state of California who work in the fields of child and family services.
The California Alliance of Child and Family Services and the Catalyst Center serve a statewide network of professionals and collaborate with advocates, community-based service programs, national and state organizations, legal, health, and mental health professionals, researchers, and advocates from social justice organizations working to support the health and wellbeing of children and families. The California Alliance of Child and. Family Services and Catalyst Center offer a rich working environment that includes connecting with inspiring activists and frontline providers, an opportunity to understand the experiences of children, youth, and families, and how all these forces contribute to sociopolitical change and systems transformation. Both the CA Alliance and its Catalyst Center are committed to ensuring that our work is centered in equity and social justice, working to ensure that the voices of those most impacted are part of any decision-making processes.
The Center and the Alliance are dedicated to maintaining an environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion. We denounce white supremacy, homophobia, sexism, and all forms of prejudice and intolerance. The only thing that will not be tolerated in our organization is intolerance itself.
Job Summary: The Training Coordinator supports the Deputy Director of Training in the execution and enhancement of the organization’s training initiatives. This role is crucial in assisting with the development, coordination, and logistical support of training programs that meet the needs of Alliance members and other stakeholders. The Training Coordinator also contributes to the smooth operation of training events and manages related administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and Coordination:
- Assist in the organization and facilitation of training sessions, ensuring logistical aspects are managed efficiently.
- Support the development of training materials and presentations, coordinating with internal and external contributors to ensure content availability and quality.
- Help maintain the training platform, ensuring it is user-friendly and up to date with the latest training courses and course information.
- Assist in developing materials to promote trainings and the training platform.
- Administrative Duties:
- Manage registration and communication with training participants, responding to inquiries, and providing detailed information about training schedules, requirements, and navigation of the platform.
- Maintain comprehensive records of training sessions, participant attendance, and feedback to aid in reporting and improvement efforts.
- Assist with the organization and management of virtual training events, including technology setup, curriculum handouts and participant support.
- Assist with applying, tracking and ensuring effective distribution of continuing education units (CEs/CEUs) and general training participation certificates.
- Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with the Deputy Director of Training to support daily operations within the training department.
- Collaborate with other departments to align training activities with broader organizational goals.
- Participate in team meetings and committees to contribute to the planning and execution of training strategies.
- Evaluation and Reporting:
- Gather and compile data from training sessions for evaluation purposes.
- Support the Deputy Director in reporting on training outcomes and impacts to stakeholders and funders.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of training programs based on participant feedback and performance metrics.
Qualifications:
- Education and Experience:
- Associate degree or equivalent experience; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience in administrative roles, preferably within a training or educational setting.
- Familiarity with the fields of child and family services, behavioral health, or social services is a plus.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficient in MS Office, virtual meeting platforms (like Zoom), and capable of managing digital training resources.
- Ability to create visually enticing marketing and recruitment materials with brand awareness and audience in mind.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, showing initiative and commitment to the organization’s values.
- Personal Qualities:
- A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Energetic and motivated, with a keen interest in learning and development within the nonprofit sector.
- Ability to respond flexibly and positively to changing circumstances and challenges.
- Appreciation for working within a team.
- Have a proactive approach to support the training department.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31.25 - $36.06 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Location:
Work Location: Remote