Training Coordinator
Mass Advocates Standing Strong (MASS), Boston, MA, United States
About MASS
Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong (MASS) is a statewide self‑advocacy organization that supports, nurtures, and promotes self‑advocacy among adults and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and autism. Our mission is to empower self‑advocates through education to make choices that improve and enrich their lives.
Opportunity
We're seeking a Training Coordinator to lead our dynamic training initiatives and partner with self‑advocate peer trainers to deliver transformative education across Massachusetts. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a director‑level position as our training programs expand.
Position Details
Hours: 32‑40 hours per week (Part‑Time to Full‑Time)
Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (plus 2‑3 Saturdays annually for special events)
Work Location: Hybrid – 60% in‑person at our Boston office (near North Station) or statewide training locations (2‑3 days), 40% remote (2 days). Our Boston office is conveniently located steps from North Station with easy access to the T and Commuter Rail.
Compensation: $24.75 - $26.29/hour based on qualifications and experience
Benefits:
Employees working 30+ hours receive a prorated monthly stipend of $100‑$135 (health insurance not offered)
$2,000 bonus after 9 months of successful employment
14 paid holidays and 3 personal days annually
Paid vacation:
10 days/year after 6 months
15 days/year after 2 years
Sick time: 1 day per month, 12 days per year
What You’ll Do
Lead and Support Training Teams
Manage multiple teams of 3‑5 self‑advocate trainers
Conduct weekly Zoom check‑ins with trainers regarding resources, scheduling, and support needs
Provide technology support and meet with team members in‑person as needed
Assist with timesheet processing for payroll
Distribute relevant materials and resources to training teams
Coordinate Training Programs
Oversee statewide initiatives including Awareness and Action (A&A), Self‑Advocacy Leadership Series (SALS), i‑SALS, Healthy Self‑Advocates, and other organizational trainings
Schedule and coordinate in‑person, hybrid, and virtual trainings via Zoom
Manage training requests, applications, and participant data
Coordinate logistics: technology needs, accessibility accommodations, materials, locations, and calendar invites
Build and maintain relationships with residential service providers, self‑advocacy groups, schools, and individual self‑advocates
Facilitate and Organize
Organize weekly team training practices, meetings, and supervision (in‑person and via Zoom)
Create and maintain training schedules and dashboards using Google Suite (Sheets, Calendar, Classroom)
Guide peer trainers in delivering 1‑3 hour training sessions both virtually and in‑person
Curriculum Management
Become an expert on all training curricula and related materials
Review and update training curriculum and scripts regularly
Communicate updates to training teams ensuring accessibility
Create and update orientation materials for new curricula, taking a project management approach
Onboarding and Development
Support orientation and onboarding of new Peer Trainers and Training staff
Provide ongoing supervision, direction, and scheduling support to current trainers
Collaborate with MASS staff to identify new training opportunities
Reporting and Follow‑Up
Track participant data and training outcomes
Prepare summary reports on training effectiveness
Follow up with training participants and stakeholders
Required Qualifications
Minimum 1 year experience in self‑advocacy, community organizing, human rights, training facilitation, or comparable field
Experience working with or supporting people with disabilities
Comfort facilitating groups, training activities, and online webinar presentations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Zoom and online conferencing platforms
Experience with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Calendar) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Professional demeanor with exceptional organizational skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple external and internal initiatives simultaneously
Willingness to learn and grow as new opportunities and funding become available
Preferred Qualifications
Vehicle for travel throughout Massachusetts (or reliable access to and comfort with public transportation)
Knowledge of domestic and/or sexual violence issues
Experience with organizing, networking, and creating connections with groups and allies
Ideal Candidate
You’re someone who can balance the big picture with the details, support diverse teams with patience and professionalism, and help develop new training and educational materials that advance our mission. You’re passionate about disability rights and empowering others through education.
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Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong (MASS) is a statewide self‑advocacy organization that supports, nurtures, and promotes self‑advocacy among adults and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and autism. Our mission is to empower self‑advocates through education to make choices that improve and enrich their lives.
Opportunity
We're seeking a Training Coordinator to lead our dynamic training initiatives and partner with self‑advocate peer trainers to deliver transformative education across Massachusetts. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a director‑level position as our training programs expand.
Position Details
Hours: 32‑40 hours per week (Part‑Time to Full‑Time)
Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (plus 2‑3 Saturdays annually for special events)
Work Location: Hybrid – 60% in‑person at our Boston office (near North Station) or statewide training locations (2‑3 days), 40% remote (2 days). Our Boston office is conveniently located steps from North Station with easy access to the T and Commuter Rail.
Compensation: $24.75 - $26.29/hour based on qualifications and experience
Benefits:
Employees working 30+ hours receive a prorated monthly stipend of $100‑$135 (health insurance not offered)
$2,000 bonus after 9 months of successful employment
14 paid holidays and 3 personal days annually
Paid vacation:
10 days/year after 6 months
15 days/year after 2 years
Sick time: 1 day per month, 12 days per year
What You’ll Do
Lead and Support Training Teams
Manage multiple teams of 3‑5 self‑advocate trainers
Conduct weekly Zoom check‑ins with trainers regarding resources, scheduling, and support needs
Provide technology support and meet with team members in‑person as needed
Assist with timesheet processing for payroll
Distribute relevant materials and resources to training teams
Coordinate Training Programs
Oversee statewide initiatives including Awareness and Action (A&A), Self‑Advocacy Leadership Series (SALS), i‑SALS, Healthy Self‑Advocates, and other organizational trainings
Schedule and coordinate in‑person, hybrid, and virtual trainings via Zoom
Manage training requests, applications, and participant data
Coordinate logistics: technology needs, accessibility accommodations, materials, locations, and calendar invites
Build and maintain relationships with residential service providers, self‑advocacy groups, schools, and individual self‑advocates
Facilitate and Organize
Organize weekly team training practices, meetings, and supervision (in‑person and via Zoom)
Create and maintain training schedules and dashboards using Google Suite (Sheets, Calendar, Classroom)
Guide peer trainers in delivering 1‑3 hour training sessions both virtually and in‑person
Curriculum Management
Become an expert on all training curricula and related materials
Review and update training curriculum and scripts regularly
Communicate updates to training teams ensuring accessibility
Create and update orientation materials for new curricula, taking a project management approach
Onboarding and Development
Support orientation and onboarding of new Peer Trainers and Training staff
Provide ongoing supervision, direction, and scheduling support to current trainers
Collaborate with MASS staff to identify new training opportunities
Reporting and Follow‑Up
Track participant data and training outcomes
Prepare summary reports on training effectiveness
Follow up with training participants and stakeholders
Required Qualifications
Minimum 1 year experience in self‑advocacy, community organizing, human rights, training facilitation, or comparable field
Experience working with or supporting people with disabilities
Comfort facilitating groups, training activities, and online webinar presentations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Zoom and online conferencing platforms
Experience with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Calendar) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Professional demeanor with exceptional organizational skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple external and internal initiatives simultaneously
Willingness to learn and grow as new opportunities and funding become available
Preferred Qualifications
Vehicle for travel throughout Massachusetts (or reliable access to and comfort with public transportation)
Knowledge of domestic and/or sexual violence issues
Experience with organizing, networking, and creating connections with groups and allies
Ideal Candidate
You’re someone who can balance the big picture with the details, support diverse teams with patience and professionalism, and help develop new training and educational materials that advance our mission. You’re passionate about disability rights and empowering others through education.
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