Position Description Template
NVF Project Name: Upstream
Position: Trainer (PA, NP, MD, CNM)
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Position Summary
Upstream USA℠ is seeking dynamic, professional trainers to deliver the Upstream Training Program at
health centers across the country. Upstream USA’s℠ mission is to change healthcare so that all women
receive the highest quality services and can conveniently access the full range of contraceptive methods,
including IUDs and the implant.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
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Deliver Upstream training program to staff and clinicians at health centers across the country.
Topics include:
 Utilizing national family planning guidelines
 Medically accurate contraceptive information, non-contraceptive benefits
 Management and complications
 Counseling and motivational interviewing, consenting
 Hands-on practicum
Apply facilitation skills, effective learning principles and creativity to engage learners in the
training process, encourage participation, and meet the requirements of the adult learner
Provide coaching, feedback, and supervision as learners progress through training; support
performance by remaining available and approachable for questions and inquiries
Collaborate with team members to identify, contribute and recommend new ideas or methods
for enhancing curriculum. Provide Training Director with updates on all issues regarding quality
and content
Collaborate with Upstream training team to individualize training plans based on analysis and
needs assessment
Participate in planning and preparation of materials for Upstream trainings as needed
Travel required
Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
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Possesses excellent presentation skills; able to present articulately and confidently under all
circumstances
Dynamic and engaging facilitator, who establishes rapport quickly with all levels of staff
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Ability to effectively break-down complex information and theories in a manner that is clear and
concise
Comfort with the use technology to enhance the learning experience when appropriate
Comfort with learner-driven training models, engages fluently with learners
Committed to meeting training objectives
Working knowledge of the principles of learning, training methodologies, group dynamics and
human behavior. If skills gaps exist, should be a quick learner with the ability to pick up new
skills and self-train when necessary
Expert in the placement of hormonal and non-hormonal IUDs and the contraceptive implant
High level of proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
Experience in reproductive health
MD, PA, or NP required
Valued and Non-Essential Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
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Training experience within the reproductive health care field
Strong knowledge of best practices related to same-day access to contraceptive care
Attributes
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
Demonstrates top-notch internal and external customer service at all times
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize accordingly
Ability to be detail-oriented, without losing sight of the big picture
Demonstrated follow through – meets stated project management expectations – on-time and
with quality
Supports Upstream’s model that the whole health care team matters and has a valuable role to
play in contraceptive care. Understands and communicates value of training support staff to
provide contraceptive care
Solid work ethic and a team player attitude; must be comfortable with co-facilitation and
receiving feedback from
Confident
Flexible
Sense of humor
A master coach and mentor - fulfilled by helping others reach their full potential
How to Apply
Send resume and cover letter to siobhan@upstream.org
New Venture Fund Careers
UPSTREAM USA is a project of the New Venture Fund, a 501(c)(3) public charity that incubates new and
innovative public-interest projects and grant-making programs. The New Venture Fund is committed to
attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is
dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. The New Venture Fund's work
environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of races,
ethnicities, national origins, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, beliefs, religions, faiths and
ideologies, cultures, socio-economic backgrounds and levels of physical ability.