Workplace Violence Prevention Trainer

Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of the ARH Training Center and the Senior Director of Nursing Education & Professional Practice, the Workplace Violence Prevention Trainer is responsible for delivering high-quality workplace violence prevention, de-escalation, personal safety, and response training to employees in accordance with the organization’s workplace violence prevention program, curriculum standards, and applicable regulatory expectations. This role supports a culture of safety by preparing staff to recognize escalating behavior, apply proactive communication strategies, reduce risk of injury, implement appropriate documentation, and respond appropriately to aggressive or potentially violent situations.

Facilitate workplace violence prevention and de-escalation education/training using approved curriculum,

teaching materials, demonstrations, scenario-based learning, and skills practice

Promote staff understanding of workplace violence risks, early warning signs, situational awareness, personal safety habits, communication techniques, avoidance strategies, de-escalation methods, and response actions

Provide instruction/training in a manner that supports psychological safety, professionalism, respect, cultural

awareness, and trauma-informed communication

Adapt training delivery to meet the needs of different departments, roles, risk levels, learning styles, and

operational schedules while maintaining fidelity to the approved curricular content

Demonstrate and evaluate participant competency in approved techniques, including communication, positioning,

escape, defensive response, and other skills authorized by the organization and instructor certification level

Maintain accurate attendance, competency, certification, and training completion records in accordance with

organizational policy and program requirements

Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify training needs and schedule classes

Model professional behavior, calm communication, accountability, and commitment to a safe environment

Education 

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Associate Degree or Higher Preferred

Work Experience

1 year Experience teaching classes/trainings Required

Greater than 1 year Experience teaching classes/trainings Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Current employment in good standing with the organization

Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners using lecture, discussion, practice, and scenario-based methods

Strong verbal communication, facilitation, coaching, and conflict management skills

Successful Completion of De-Escalation Instructor Certification prior to independent instruction

Ability to follow approved curriculum, organizational policy, and safety procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

Clinical, behavioral health, emergency services, security, education, leadership, or workplace

violence safety experience