Instructional Designer Specialist

About myPlace Health

myPlace Health was founded in 2021 by mission-aligned healthcare leaders and organizations that are committed to drastically improving health outcomes, quality and experience for vulnerable older adults and frail seniors. We specialize in providing value-based, comprehensive care and coverage for older adults with significant needs so they can thrive in the homes they love and in the communities they cherish.

Our mission is simple: to enable older adults to live the independent lives they deserve. We pursue this mission through our myPlace PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) model, which provides seamless primary care, integrated health plan coverage, personalized social engagement, and customized services delivered in the participant’s preferred place.

myPlace Health is building a mission-driven team that shares our passion for redefining the way older adults experience care as they “age in place” in the community. This is a unique opportunity to take on one of our country’s most challenging healthcare problems and join a fast-growing, dynamic team as we prepare to scale our mission to serve more markets.

About this Role

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and innovative Instructional Designer to join our Learning & Development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated team player who is passionate about learning and education.

As a member of the L&D team, you will utilize your training experience and enthusiasm for professional development to ensure that the myPlace Health team can deliver the highest level of care to our participants. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing engaging learning experiences across various formats, including eLearning, instructor-led training, blended learning, and on-demand solutions. You will work closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders to create high-quality content that aligns with organizational objectives and enhances employee performance. Furthermore, you will approach any business issue, research topic, or task with the goal of adding value to everything you do.

What does success look like as our Instructional Design Specialist?

Design and Development:

• Develop engaging, interactive learning materials such as eLearning courses, videos, simulations, and assessments.
• Create instructor-led training materials, including facilitator guides, participant materials, and presentations.
• Design blended learning solutions that combine online and in-person learning experiences.

Content Creation:

• Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to identify learning objectives, key content areas, and evaluation methods.
• Create content that aligns with adult learning principles and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).

Evaluation and Feedback:

• Assess the effectiveness of training programs through metrics such as learner engagement, knowledge retention, and performance improvement.
• Gather feedback from learners and stakeholders to improve future learning interventions.

Technology Utilization:

• Utilize Relias, our learning management systems (LMS) to manage, track, and report on learning initiatives.
• Stay up to date with the latest instructional design tools and technologies, including authoring tools like Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or similar.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Partner with The People Team and other departments to identify learning needs and ensure content alignment with business goals.
• Present design concepts and course prototypes to stakeholders for review and approval.

What does an ideal candidate look like?

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or a related field.
• Proficiency with instructional design authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or similar).
• Familiarity with Relias learning management systems (LMS) and eLearning standards such as SCORM or xAPI and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues that arise during training sessions.
• Ability to analyze performance gaps and recommend learning solutions.
• Knowledge of graphic design or video production tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE), and eLearning best practices.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to spend ~75% of your time at our Greater LA Market, to facilitate in-person and hybrid training and education.

Other pertinent information on the role

• This role will support our Greater LA site and future South LA site.
• This position will allow flexibility for a hybrid schedule, but will require to be onsite as needed to facilitate trainings, collaborate with SME's and key stakeholders. Approximately 75% of the time in office.
• Free, secure, and private parking available on-site.

$90,000 - $125,000 a year

What's in it for you?

myPlace Health offers a robust compensation package for this role that includes cash compensation and other total rewards. Base pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, relevant work and industry experience, certifications, and location of the role. Onsite roles include appropriate geographic adjustments, while remote roles are typically priced off national pay data.

• Competitive Incentive Plan : Performance-based incentive plan that is beyond the industry standard.
• Preparing you for retirement: 401k with Employer match.
• Medical Plans to fit your needs: Your choice of 6 medical plans, with premium coverage of up to 80% for employees and 75% for all dependents.
• Ancillary benefits to meet your other needs: Dental and vision plans to meet your needs of you and your dependents; health savings account, flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability coverages, as well as basic life insurance. myPlace is also proud to offer accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness benefits for our team.
• Generous time off: PTO starting at 20 days per year; plus 12 paid holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays per year.
• Professional Development top of mind: Generous CME/CEU budget and time off, and professional development opportunities.
• Making your home office comfortable: A one-time stipend towards setting up your home office, if applicable.
• Family friendly environment : Family friendly policies, including paid new parent leave and new childcare stipend.

Your Application

Please submit your resume/CV.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At myPlace Health, we value the diversity of our team members, and we are committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We pride ourselves to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at myPlace Health are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

At myPlace Health, we provide safe and high-quality care to our participants. To achieve this, we have a policy that strongly recommends Covid-19 vaccination to keep both our team members and participants safe. Medical and religious exemptions can be granted based upon review of proper documentation. We adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations by obtaining necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment.