LOCATION: Remote - - This is a home based, virtual position. Vaya Health welcomes applications from NC, SC, GA, TN, VA, MD, and FL. Candidate must be willing to travel to the Asheville NC office if needed.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

The Senior Instructional Designer is responsible for working with the Learning & Development team to lead the creation of instructional templates and processes for the team. The person in this position provides coaching and mentorship to other members of the Instructional Design team. Work with stakeholders to develop robust learning content to assure delivery of a comprehensive learning plan for the organization. The Senior Instructional Designer will use strong interpersonal, written, and visual communication skills to influence others without direct authority. This position will collaborate with leaders and subject matter experts located in various departments across the organization to develop engaging and meaningful learning content for curricula, programs, instructor led training, virtual instructor led training, e-learnings, videos, and performance support interventions. Work is performed with considerable independence.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Creating and developing learning and support materials:

• Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content
• Apply best practice instructional design theories, practices, and methods such as ADDIE, SAM, Agile, etc.
• Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface, and the finished product from the point of view of the learner
• Provide graphics, exercises and activities that enhance the learning process
• Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games etc.)
• Design and deliver trainings through various learning methods (in person, virtual webinars, gamification platforms, performance support and e-learning)
• Develop training aids such as job aids, manuals and handbooks
• Develop and facilitate train-the-trainer instruction
• Utilize Articulate Storyline 360, Rise, or Adobe Captivate to develop learnings for the LMS, web or another platform

Collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholders:

• Work with stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify target audiences' learning needs and develop robust learning content
• Conduct instructional research and analysis of learners and contexts
• Determine criteria and instruments used to evaluate and assess learners' performance
• Learn and maintain an on-going knowledge base of Tailored Plan requirements
• Use strong interpersonal, written, and visual communication skills to influence others without direct authority

Leading and coaching:

• Lead the creation of instructional templates and processes for the team.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to other members of the Learning and Development team

Project management:

Maintain project documentation and course folders

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to quickly establish credibility and rapport with others
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and priorities while effectively managing multiple large projects and/or programs to conclusion
• Ability to provide oversight of the work of other Instructional Designers
• Ability to update and improve one's knowledge, skills and approaches to instructional design and related fields and teach these enhanced skill sets to others
• Ability to take direction from administration, recognize and respect limits of authority and responsibility, and work effectively with stakeholders
• Ability to exemplify a positive, solution-focused, and professional attitude
• Ability to develop and deliver learning through a variety of blended methods
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Ability to work within timelines
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy is required
• Ability to verify documents for accuracy and completeness
• Excellent computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; and experience creating documents, PowerPoint presentations, forms, graphs, etc. required
• Knowledge of WebEx, Adobe Connect, MS Teams or other virtual webinar platform required
• Advanced expertise in Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate or other e-learning development tools
• Ability to voice over and record learning modules
• Experience publishing to multiple Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as Saba, Cornerstone, UKG, SuccessFactors, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Education and adult learning, instructional technology and design, human resources, or related field required. Master's degree preferred. Must have 3- 5 years' experience designing curriculums and training

Or equivalent combination of training, experience, and certifications, such as CPTD, CCM, PHR, SPHR, etc.

Preferred work experience:

One year working in the fields of primary care, mental health, developmental disabilities, or substance abuse is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparation and analysis of documents; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.
• Physical activity in this position includes crouching, reaching, walking, talking, hearing and repetitive motion of hands, wrists and fingers.
• Sedentary work with lifting requirements up to 10 pounds, sitting for extended periods of time.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:

Vaya welcome applications from NC, SC, GA, TN, VA, MD, and FL. Candidate must be willing to travel to the Asheville NC office if needed.

SALARY: Depending on qualifications & experience of candidate. This position is exempt and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open Until Filled

APPLY: Vaya Health accepts online applications in our Career Center, please visit https://www.vayahealth.com/about/careers/.

Vaya Health is an equal opportunity employer.