Learning & Development Specialist

Learning & Development Specialist

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision : an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for more than 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions.

The Learning & Development Specialist facilitates trauma-informed learning experiences in both virtual and in-person settings, ensuring content is engaging, accessible, and relevant for a diverse staff population. As a key member of the L&D team, the Specialist develops instructional materials, coordinates training logistics, and serves as a communication liaison for staff inquiries. This role also supports data collection and record-keeping, contributes to continuous improvement efforts, and helps maintain Brightpoint's status as an approved Illinois Social Work Continuing Education Sponsor.

What you'll do :

• Facilitate engaging, trauma-informed learning experiences in primarily virtual and some in-person formats.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials and toolkits that support knowledge transfer and skill-building and align with organizational values and initiatives.
• Ensure training materials are current, accessible, and inclusive for a diverse staff.
• Provide technical and logistical support for training sessions, including registration, attendance, and post-course follow-up.
• Monitor and respond to L&D-related inquiries, escalating as needed.
• Track participation data and generate reports to inform strategy and increase engagement.
• Coordinate logistics for in-person trainings, including space, supplies, and catering.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance learner experience and outcomes.
• Promote learning opportunities and CEU offerings to maximize staff engagement.
• Maintain compliance with Illinois Social Work Continuing Education Sponsor requirements.

Candidate qualifications :

Job details :

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities