Prevention And Care Trainer

Full job description Department Information This position is only open to current Colorado state residents.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.


Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Be BOLD... Make a real difference . . .
Do you have a passion and drive to apply your talent to create a better Colorado? Are you looking for a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a fantastic position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. Our mission is to protect and improve the health of Colorado's people and the quality of its environment.


If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco-free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

Employee wellness programs and facilities Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system Flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans Medical and dental health plans Paid life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage 11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees Tuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programs Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and A variety of employee resource groups Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to:

Description of Job The Work Unit:
The Office of STI/HIV/VH works to reduce disease transmission and ensure quality and medically accurate STI/HIV related prevention, care, and treatment services for all people in Colorado. Functions include public health surveillance of STI/HIV/VH; follow-up of people newly diagnosed with a STI/HIV to ensure adequate treatment; referrals and partner notification; access to care and treatment as appropriate; developing comprehensive prevention programs; and conducting program evaluation to enhance the use of STI/HIV/VH data to direct prevention and care activities. The Office of STI/HIV/VH, operates on the belief that all people - no matter their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability or geographic location - should have the opportunity to live healthy lives.


The STI/HIV/VH Prevention and Care Trainer is part of the Capacity Building and Training Program (CBT) within the Office of STI/HIV/VH. The CBT Program is charged to sustain science-based, culturally appropriate prevention interventions and care practices in Colorado. The Training Unit exists to assist internal staff, community partners/contractors, local health department staff and other stakeholders to deliver high standards of prevention, care and treatment services to the public. The CBT identifies novel approaches to effectively use resources to make relevant training accessible to contracted community based organizations (CBO), local public health agencies (LPHA) and other stakeholders.



What You Will Be Doing:
This position primarily serves as a trainer and curricula designer supporting publicly funded STI/HIV/VH services in Colorado. Under the supervision of the Training Unit Supervisor, the position develops, coordinates, and delivers training and technical assistance to a variety of audiences in Colorado including, internal staff, contracted agency staff, community-based providers, and local health department staff. The position delivers training and technical assistance via in-person, virtual and hybrid avenues; and develops, adapts and utilizes curricula aligned with national best practices and prevention standards in Colorado.



Responsibilities of the position include but not limited to: Performs curriculum development and instructional design to create and revise training curricula and technical assistance resources according to adult learning theories compatible with various delivery methods. Adapts and facilitates courses to enhance knowledge and skills of providers across the State. Delivers asynchronous, synchronous, and blended training via in-person and virtual platforms. Provides technical assistance to enhance knowledge and skills of providers across the State. Collaborates with CBT and other program staff to ensure training and technical assistance resources align with State standards of prevention and care services, programmatic policies and procedures, and national policies and best practices. Makes recommendations to the programs to address participants' and agencies' training and technical assistance needs. Conducts research to identify effective training and technical assistance based on desired topics and intended audiences. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Residency Requirement: (New)
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description: (New)
H4I2XX
TRAINING SPECIALIST II




MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Option 1:
Five (5) years of professional experience in training, technical assistance, instructional design, education, communications, technical writing, or closely-related field, preferably in a public health setting with a strong preference related to training facilitation in social services or public health education of STI/HIV/Viral Hepatitis.
OR Option 2: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in communications, education, public health, social work, or a field of study closely related to the work assignment.
AND
One (1) year of professional experience in training, technical assistance, instructional design, education, communications, technical writing, or closely-related field, preferably in a public health setting with a strong preference related to training facilitation in social services or public health education of STI/HIV/Viral Hepatitis.


OR



Option 3:
Master's degree from an accredited institution in communications, education, public health, social work, or a field of study closely related to the work assignment.

**This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. A copy of your transcript must be submitted at the time of application (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable).** **** YOU MUST ATTACH A COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS TO YOUR APPLICATION**** NOTE: Click on the link here How to Apply to submit a complete application that documents your work history giving details of your qualifications, including how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position when listing your work history.



Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:

Relevant experience with the State of Colorado Experience facilitating group training or education for adults. Experience writing and designing training or education curricula. Experience conducting training needs analysis and evaluation. Experience with STI, HIV, and/or Viral Hepatitis services. Experience working with people from different social backgrounds such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, age, and class. Conditions of Employment: Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE. Critical Status: Must be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place. Critical Status: Must be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place. Must be willing and able to travel independently approximately 5% of the time monthly to attend meetings or for in-person meetings and trainings on an as-needed basis.
Appeal Rights: (Updated) An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed, and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department's action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
Supplemental Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A complete application packet must include: A completed State of Colorado application. If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application. The Selection Process: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications. A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.


You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.



ADAAA Accommodations :
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.


Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Daniel Mckenna at or call .