See Adult Training Specialist 1

This is the journey level of the series. Positions at this level work under general supervision. Positions perform professional level duties to assist with the development of a variety of programs for an assigned caseload, and provides services that meet the needs of each individual.

Develops, writes and updates group and individual resident programs that may be reviewed by an Adult Training Supervisor or other appropriate professional staff; implements programs written by self, a supervisor or appropriate professional;

Instructs, trains, and supervises residents in developmental, educational, vocational, language, behavior, social, community survival and other skills to provide continuous individualized training and skill enhancement programs;

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, actively participates in habilitation and training meetings and other group meetings as may be required;

Directs and supervises residents being transported to, from, and during habilitation/training activities on or off the RHC campus;

Prepares and presents verbal and written reports from program data, evaluations, and records monthly;

Performs duties associated with set-up, clean-up, and general upkeep of classroom, training, vocational, and/or habilitation areas;

Performs personal care in the home and training environment as indicated by need;

Assists direct care staff in meeting resident needs;

Performs the duties of the lower levels in the series;

Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge of: techniques used in the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled.

Ability to: work as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team; assist with the development of training programs for residents including behavior supports; treat and care for residents; follow written and oral directions; maintain records and reports.

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

High school graduation (or GED) and successful completion of fifteen specific, job related college credit hours.

One year as an Adult Training Specialist 1; or one year as a vocational trainer of persons with disabilities in a community employment program; or one year as a teacher's aide in a special education classroom; or two years' experience as an Attendant Counselor.

Note: Each RHC will specify which fifteen hours are required for that specific RHC.

Equivalent education/experience.

New class Effective July 1, 1986 (emergency basis; permanent basis August 15, 1986)
New class code: (formerly 56880) effective July 1, 2007
Base range salary adjustment (from 39 to 42): adopted June 29, 2022, effective July 1, 2022
Revised definition, distinguishing characteristics, typical work, and knowledge and abilities: adopted June 22, 2023, effective July 1, 2023
Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.
Created class series concept, revised definition, and desirable qualifications; base range increase from 42 to 44: adopted June 23, 2025; effective July 1, 2025.