Professional Development & Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Full Time

Hours : Primarily Monday through Friday daytime hours

Wage : DOE

Position Summary :

The Professional Development and Support Specialist plays a vital role in fostering excellence and growth at Black Hills Works through intentional, value-driven support of both staff and participants. This position champions our agency's driving principles by facilitating meaningful professional development, ensuring quality service delivery, and promoting collaborative approaches that enhance the lives of the people we serve.

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field preferred
• Minimum two years' experience working with people with developmental disabilities
• Experience in adult education, professional development, or training delivery preferred
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging learning experiences and adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles
• Strong track record of collaborative work and relationship building across departments

Required Skills / Abilities :

Physical Requirements :

Duties / Responsibilities :

2. Professional Development and Growth

3. Collaborative Department Support

4. Participant Support and Advocacy

5. Quality and Impact Measurement

6. Impact Measures

7. Professional Growth Commitment

Black Hills Works, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.