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Crunch Fitness

Personal Trainer

Auburn, AL · On-site

Training & development * Bonus based on performance The Personal Trainer is responsible for delivering a professional, results-driven Personal Training experience that helps members establish goals ...

Crunch Fitness

Personal Trainer

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

Training & development * Bonus based on performance The Personal Trainer is responsible for delivering a professional, results-driven Personal Training experience that helps members establish goals ...

Gymguyz

Master Personal Trainer

Harvest, AL · On-site

$35 - $42/hr

Training & development * Competitive salary * Bonus based on performance * Company car ... Paid onboarding and ongoing professional development * Recertification discounts + continuing ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional development trainer in Alabama is $73,075.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,400.00 and $89,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Professional Development Trainer is responsible for designing and delivering training programs to improve employees' skills, knowledge, and performance. They assess organizational needs, develop relevant content, and use various teaching methods to engage learners. Their goal is to enhance professional growth, increase efficiency, and align employee development with company objectives.

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A Professional Development Trainer is typically responsible for designing, organizing, and facilitating employee workshops, seminars, and e-learning sessions to help staff improve skills and stay current with industry standards. On any given day, trainers may collaborate with department heads to identify training needs, develop educational materials, and evaluate the effectiveness of delivered programs through assessments and feedback. They also frequently update training content, track participation, and coach individuals or small groups to address specific learning objectives. This role involves ongoing communication with both learners and leadership to ensure that training initiatives align with organizational goals.

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To thrive as a Professional Development Trainer, you need a solid background in instructional design, adult learning theories, and experience delivering training, usually supported by a degree in education, human resources, or a related field. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), virtual meeting platforms, and industry-recognized certifications such as CPLP (Certified Professional in Learning and Performance) is often valuable. Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills help trainers engage diverse audiences and adapt material to various learning styles. These abilities are crucial to create impactful training programs that foster employee growth and organizational success.

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Infographic showing various Professional Development Trainer job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,075 per year, or $35.1 per hour.

Qualified Developmental Disability Professional (Talladega)

AltaPointe Health

Talladega, AL • On-site

$14.25 - $16.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

AltaPointe Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
  • Coordinate Individual Support Team (IST) functions and responsibilities
  • Plan and schedule meetings based on the preferences of the person receiving services regarding the time, place and persons invited to attend
  • Assist people to lead their meetings consistent with their preferences and abilities
  • Actively engage people to increase their participation in all aspects of their programing
  • Develop individual program plans based Personal Outcome Measures (POM) interviews, team members' feedback and completion of required assessments to determine the person's individual needs, goals and desires
  • Review the effectiveness of people's individual program plans and services. Make timely modifications as needed
  • Serve as designated contact for people within assigned caseload, their parents, guardians and authorized representatives
  • Maintain documentation of people's needs for supervision and support
  • Assure people have annual physical exams and recommendations are implemented to assure best possible health
  • Assure people's face sheets and contact information are up to date and accurate
  • Assure that people taking psychotropic medications have psychotropic medication monitoring plans and that plans are reviewed periodically as required by DMH standards
  • Assure that behavior plans, if applicable, are implemented and monitored as indicated in the plan and by DMH standards
  • Responsible for training program staff in implementation of people's program plans
  • Identify and secure community opportunities that support people's identified interests
  • Ensure safety and community acceptance of people
  • Oversee the development of weekly individual and group schedules with direct input from people participating in the program
  • Complete after event evaluations of day's activities with people involved to determine each person's feelings about the activity and to better plan for future events
  • Assure individual schedules are available to the people, their families or guardians, providers and support coordinators as requeste
  • Assure Program Manager is immediately notified when an activity venue cannot be accessed for any reason
  • Maintain familiarity and follow Emergency Procedures for Community Bssed Program's manual and maintain emergency information pertaining to each person receiving services
  • Report, monitor and document accidents, injuries, behavior incidents and health concerns
  • Maintain updated program file with all required documents for people in assigned caseload
  • Complete all requirements within specified timelines
  • Respect confidentiality of personal information as stated in AltaPointe policy and procedures
  • Seek supervision and consultation as needed
  • Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
  • Actively works to enhance skills
  • Attend in-service training and professional development activities as required by DMH, AltaPointe or Division Coordinator
  • Treats individuals with care, dignity and compassion
  • Respects individual's privacy and confidentiality
  • Is pleasant and cooperative with others
  • Assist individuals and visitors as needed
  • Personal values don't inhibit ability to relate and care for others
  • Is sensitive to the individual's needs, expectations and individual differences
  • Is gentle and calm with individuals and families
  • Actively participates in Quality/Performance Improvement activities
  • Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required
  • Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
  • Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures
  • Any other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in a human services field (Psychology, Sociology, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field), or a Registered Nurse and a minimum of one year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is required. Must meet Department of Mental Health guidelines for designation as a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP).
Must meet all driving requirements.
Within six (6) months of employment, effectively demonstrate the application of population specific competencies:
  • Ability to interpret and implement support plans and to motivate, instruct, and supervise persons with intellectual disabilities.
  • Knowledge or psychiatric disorders and intellectual disabilities in the adult population
  • Knowledge of cultural diversity
  • Knowledge of available resources
  • Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention and interventions common to individuals with intellectual disabilities, as well as, to non-violent crisis intervention practice
  • Knowledge of all applicable standards (DMH, Joint Commission, Medicaid)
  • Knowledge of Person Center Planning, natural supports and the philosophy of self-determination
  • Knowledge of utilizing electronic incident reporting

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