Learning and Development Specialist in Searcy, Arkansas at Unity Health

1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Communications, or a related field required. Master's degree preferred. Related experience considered in lieu of education.

2. Training and Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in learning and development, organizational development, training, education, human resources, or a related field. Experience developing and facilitating training programs. Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS). Strong proficiency with AI tools and the Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams. Experience creating presentations, training materials, leadership development content, and associate engagement initiatives. Healthcare experience preferred.

3. Job Knowledge: Knowledge of learning principles and instructional design. Strong presentation and facilitation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with leaders, physicians, associates, and external partners. Excellent writing, organizational, and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Demonstrates initiative, creativity, professionalism, and sound judgment. Knowledge of leadership development, employee engagement, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness preferred.

4. Safety Sensitive: NO

In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.

DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for supporting the development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of organizational learning and leadership development initiatives throughout Unity Health. Serves as a resource to leaders and associates by facilitating educational programs, maintaining learning systems, coordinating leadership development activities, and supporting employee engagement and organizational effectiveness initiatives. Contributes to the achievement of organizational goals through the delivery of high-quality learning experiences that support associate development, leadership effectiveness, retention, succession planning, and culture enhancement. Supports Unity Health's Mission, Vision, and Values. Must have dependable transportation to travel between Unity Health facilities as needed.