COE Training Coordinator

Cornell College of Human Ecology explores the complexity of human life. We bring together a range of perspectives to understand the full context of the human experience and improve lives at every scale, from cells to society. Our research and academic programs focus on the interaction of humans with their biological, economic, social, and physical environments. Using Cornell's far-reaching extension network and the college's translational research methods, we deliver our findings directly to communities and families, ensuring that our work reaches those who need it most.

The ACT for Youth Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Center of Excellence (ACT CYSHCN COE) is housed in the Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research (BCTR), which is located within Cornell University's College of Human Ecology. The BCTR mission is to improve professional and public efforts to understand and deal with risk and protective factors in the lives of children, youth, families, and communities that affect family strength, child wellbeing, and youth development. Translational research, as defined by the College and the BCTR, is the systematic application of research findings into the development of innovative interventions, practices, and policies that may ultimately improve health and well-being. The knowledge derived from these interventions feeds future research.

The goal of the ACT CYSHCN COE is to increase the flow of information and use of evidence-based practices between New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Local Health Departments (LHDs), communities, and families/caregivers of children and youth with special health care needs across New York State. This work is done through positive youth development approach, promoting child/adolescent well-being by connecting research to practice. ACT for Youth connects youth development research to practice and offers guidance to adults who care about the well-being of young people.

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What You Will Do

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Center of Excellence (COE) seeks a dedicated and skilled Training Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will develop, schedule, and facilitate comprehensive training programs for local health departments (LHDs) across all 62 counties in New York State to enhance their ability to serve families, children, and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). This role involves close collaboration with NYSDOH and Weill Cornell medical partners to ensure training programs are informed by research, best practices, and the specific needs of LHDs. The Training Coordinator will 1) develop, conduct, and synthesize the results of an annual needs and resources assessment of LHD program staff; 2) use the results of needs and resources assessments as well as a synthesis of existing research and best practices to develop and deliver online and in-person training and technical assistance for LHD program staff (including effective strategies such as Public Health Detailing); and 3) engage in continuous quality improvement strategies to evaluate and improve training and technical assistance provided to LHD program staff. These services are delivered throughout New York State, and on occasion, nationally; travel is required for this position.

The successful COE Training Coordinator will embody collaboration, empathy, adaptability, and effective communication skills. You will be joining a dynamic team where collaboration thrives and colleagues support one another, creating a positive and inclusive environment that fosters creativity and innovation. We are looking for candidates who not only bring the right skills but also value teamwork and team spirit.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Demonstrated experience in instructional design, adult education/learning, and/or curriculum development. This experience must be for both in-person and online training.
• Experience building online training modules using platforms such as Articulate or Seismic Learning.
• Proficiency with literature searches via internet and library sources; ability to disseminate information; excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to present information in various formats; and excellent interpersonal skills and coordinating ability.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize research and best practices into training and other translational research products.
• Project management experience; be able to plan and manage all details of training development and delivery, including coordinating co-trainers.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills and experience delivering engaging training.
• Attentive to detail, be able to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, and seamlessly move between changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to constantly reflect on developed processes and seek ways to improve and/or increase efficiency of these.
• Personal or professional experience with a child or youth with special health care needs, including but not limited to serving as a guardian/caregiver of a child or youth with special health care needs.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Must have and maintain a valid US driver's license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Health Education, or a related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with local health departments or similar public health organizations.
• Familiarity with Public Health Detailing and its application in training environments.
• Experience with, and/or knowledge of, the needs of CYSHN and their families.
• Personal or professional experience with a child or youth with special health care needs, including but not limited to serving as a guardian/caregiver of a child or youth with special health care needs.

For consideration, applicants are required to submit the following materials online:

1. Resume.

2. Cover letter that describes previous experience and fit for the role.

3. Writing sample for a non-academic audience: submit a writing sample demonstrating how you would explain research findings on any topic to a general audience. The sample may be either a) a short text (such as a blog post) or b) a short presentation (3-4 slides with script). The writing sample must be original; use of AI is not accepted.

This is a one-year, fixed-term position based in Ithaca, NY on Cornell University's campus. Annual renewal for 5 years (or more) is possible contingent on available funding, work, and successful performance. This hybrid role requires a minimum of three days in-person and up to two days remote work each week.

No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance are provided for this position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in US without sponsorship. Employment will end upon the expiration of work authorization in the US. Continued employment in this position is subject to eligibility to work in accordance with US immigration laws.

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