Direct Support Professional Training Coordinator

• Experience in workforce development, apprenticeship programs, or disability services.
• Strong organizational, curriculum development, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with competency-based training models and NADSP standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Experience managing Direct Support Professionals or apprenticeship programs.
• Experience working in rural or underserved communities.
• Experience with grant writing, reporting, and compliance.

• Develop and implement an Idaho-specific DSP curriculum based on NADSP competencies.
• Coordinate delivery of Related Technical Instruction (RTI) and transition from third-party to in-house training.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and support of mentors, including management of mentor stipend distribution.
• Collaborate with employers to identify, enroll, and support DSP apprentices.
• Track and support apprentice progress toward competency completion and certification.
• Promote program diversity through outreach to community centers, nonprofits, and advocacy groups.
• Assist in securing continued and future grant funding to support program expansion.
• Maintain accurate program records for compliance and grant reporting.
• Ensure program alignment with state and federal apprenticeship guidelines.
• Represent the program at meetings, conferences, and community events.
• Proficient understanding of Microsoft office programs.

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information or Letters for three (3) Professional References
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts requested upon hire)

Lewis-Clark State College