Aspire Living & Learning

Director of Workplace Learning

Aspire Living & Learning$90K — $100K *
Barre, VT 05641In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field required; Master's preferred.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in training, quality, operations, or human services.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Experience designing and delivering adult learning programs.
  • Experience in regulated or multi-site environments strongly preferred.
  • Experience using data to inform decisions and evaluate outcomes.
  • Familiarity with enterprise systems (e.g., LMS, EHR, Microsoft 365) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of a learning strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Establish team priorities, performance expectations, and a scalable training model.
  • Integrate learning into broader quality and improvement efforts.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and development to the Training team.
  • Establish processes to identify learning needs using data sources such as audits and regulatory findings.
  • Translate identified needs into prioritized training plans.
  • Ensure training reflects the unique needs of various service lines.

Benefits

  • Support for professional development and continued education.
  • Flexible work hours with a standard Monday to Friday schedule.
  • Collaboration with multiple departments to enhance learning methods.
  • Opportunity to shape training strategies that impact service quality.
  • Engagement with both field-based and classroom learning environments.
Full Job Description
Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a Director of Workplace Learning to lead Aspire's training function within the Quality and Continual Improvement Department. This role ensures learning is aligned with quality outcomes, compliance requirements, operational priorities, and employee readiness across all service lines and administrative functions. The Director oversees the Training team and works collaboratively with leaders across Quality, Operations, Clinical Services, and People & Culture to identify learning priorities, design effective solutions, and evaluate impact on practice and performance. Training is positioned as a core organizational strategy to strengthen service quality, consistency, compliance, and workforce capability in accordance with best and evidence based practice. Salary: $90,000-$100,000 Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30 Key Responsibilities: • Lead the development and execution of a learning strategy aligned with organizational priorities. • Establish team priorities, performance expectations, and a scalable training model, including train-the-trainer approaches. • Integrate learning into broader quality and improvement efforts. • Provide leadership, coaching, and development to the Training team. Learning Needs & Prioritization • Establish processes to identify learning needs using data sources such as audits, incidents, regulatory findings, and operational trends. • Translate identified needs into prioritized training plans. • Determine when training is appropriate versus other operational interventions (e.g., supervision, workflow, or policy changes). Service-Line Learning • Ensure training reflects the unique needs of Adult Services, Children's Services, and Administrative functions. • Collaborate with leaders and subject matter experts to align training with real-world practices, systems, and regulatory requirements. • Adapt enterprise training for role-specific audiences. Curriculum & Learning Design • Oversee development and maintenance of curricula, including facilitator guides, job aids, and digital learning tools. • Ensure content is accurate, practical, and aligned with policies, regulations, and best practices. • Promote interactive, scenario-based learning that supports application on the job. • Maintain standards for content review, version control, and updates. Field-Based Learning • Ensure training is grounded in real work environments through regular program engagement. • Promote learning delivered in operational settings (programs, classrooms, offices, and virtual environments). • Reinforce manager accountability for coaching and follow-through. Onboarding & Early Tenure Development • Oversee onboarding-related learning, including new hire orientation and role-specific pathways. • Support structured early-tenure development (e.g., 30/60/90-day plans). • Partner with departments to ensure consistency in onboarding practices and role readiness. Technology & Systems Training • Partner with system owners to develop role-based training for key platforms (e.g., EHR, LMS, HRIS, Microsoft 365). • Ensure training is task-based and supported by practical resources and tools. • Support adoption of new systems and process changes through coordinated training. Accessibility & Learning Standards • Establish standards for accessible, inclusive training across diverse roles, languages, and work environments. • Ensure high-priority content is available in formats that support understanding and application. Training Compliance & Documentation • Oversee systems for tracking required training and compliance. • Ensure accurate documentation and readiness for audits, licensing, and regulatory review. • Partner with leaders to address gaps in training completion. Evaluation & Continuous Improvement • Develop reporting on training activity, compliance, and outcomes. • Evaluate effectiveness of learning interventions using performance and quality indicators. • Use insights to improve curriculum, delivery, and systems. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with internal stakeholders to support organizational initiatives, system changes, and quality improvement efforts. • Serve as a resource for training-related needs across the organization. • Perform additional duties as needed to support organizational priorities. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in a related field required; Master's preferred. • 5-7 years of relevant experience in training, quality, operations, or human services. • Supervisory experience preferred. • Experience designing and delivering adult learning programs. • Experience in regulated or multi-site environments strongly preferred. • Experience using data to inform decisions and evaluate outcomes. • Familiarity with enterprise systems (e.g., LMS, EHR, Microsoft 365) preferred.

About Aspire Living & Learning

Aspire Living & Learning is a non-profit organization that provides educational and support services to individuals with developmental disabilities. The organization offers a range of programs, including residential services, day habilitation, and employment services, that are designed to help individuals achieve their full potential. Aspire Living & Learning was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Peabody, Massachusetts. The organization serves clients throughout the state of Massachusetts.
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