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Part-Time, 20 Hours/Week Variable Days between 8a-4:30p M-F
Onsite Summary: The Unity & Engagement Learning & Development Specialist designs, facilitates, and evaluates learning experiences that support a culture of inclusion, belonging, and engagement across Akron Children's. This role delivers high-quality training programs, adapts content to meet diverse learner needs, and partners with internal stakeholders to ensure effective implementation and measurable impact of Unity & Engagement initiatives. Responsibilities: 1. Design and develop Unity & Engagement learning programs, incorporating adult learning principles and inclusive practices to support a respectful and engaging learning environment.
2. Facilitate training sessions (in-person and virtual) for employees at all levels, delivering both standardized and customized curricula with a high level of effectiveness and engagement.
3. Adapt learning strategies and facilitation approaches to meet the needs of diverse audiences, ensuring accessibility and relevance across roles and functions.
4. Partners with Unity & Engagement and organizational stakeholders to coordinate training delivery, align on program goals, and support effective implementation.
5. Evaluate training effectiveness, utilizing feedback, assessments, and data to measure impact and inform continuous improvement of programs.
6. Support program operations and execution, including scheduling, logistics, and participant communication to ensure seamless delivery of learning experiences.
7. Maintain subject matter awareness of trends, best practices, and regulatory considerations related to adult learning, inclusion, and workplace engagement.
8. Collaborate with certified facilitators and trainers to ensure consistent, high-quality learning experiences through preparation support, observation, and coaching.
9. Other duties as assigned.
Other information: Technical Expertise
1. Demonstrated experience in learning and development, adult learning theory, and training facilitation required.
2. Functional knowledge of inclusion, belonging, cultural awareness, and psychological safety principles required.
3. Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills required.
4. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams required.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
6. Experience in healthcare, social services, or large organizations preferred.
Education and Experience
1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Education, or related field required.
2. Licensure: None
3. Certification: Relevant inclusion-related, and departmental certifications are required within 1 year of employment.
4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in adult learning, corporate training, or a related field required.
5. Years of supervisory experience: None
Part Time FTE: 0.500000 Status: Onsite
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Akron Children's Hospital
May 17, 2026