MidSOUTH Trainer/Assessor in Child Welfare

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Full Remote
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field, or a Master's degree with experience in children and families., Certification and training in Triple P program are preferred., Experience in curriculum development, training delivery, and writing assessments is desirable., Professional licensure such as LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC is preferred..

Key responsibilities:

  • Deliver Resource Family training curriculum and Home Study models.
  • Coordinate and supervise training activities and field visits in assigned regions.
  • Provide mentorship and education to new and experienced DCFS staff.
  • Facilitate communication with DCFS and partner universities to ensure training quality.

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Type of Position:
Clerical


Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:
MidSouth


Department's Website:

midsouth.ualr.edu

Summary of Job Duties:
This position is responsible for the delivery of the Resource Family training curriculum and completion of the contracted Home Study model for prospective Resource/Adoptive families that complete this training, OR Triple P family education, OR field training of DCFS new staff. This position has regular contact with DCFS and other public agencies, and community professionals. The Trainer is directly responsible to the Resource Program Director, the Parenting Program Director, or the Field Training Coordinator, depending on funding and assigned tasks. This position requires extensive in-state travel and may require work outside normal office hours. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related Master's degree and experience with children and families to train resource or new DCFS staff to assess for the resource program;
  • OR a Bachelor’s degree to work in the Triple P program and be trained and certified in Triple P.

Preferred:

  • Experience in writing home assessments, psychosocial histories, training in curriculum development and training delivery, trainer/instructor preferred.
  • Appropriate professional licensure preferred, e.g., LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC etc.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordination of Training Related activities:

  • Responsible for field coordination of training activities in their assigned regional training area, including home visits;
  • Develop, maintain, and supervise undergraduate and/or graduate student interns in selected DCFS field sites as requested;
  • Complete case reviews and analysis as requested by DCFS and monitor compliance in ensuring student interns comply with and complete criminal background and central registry checks as requested;
  • Provide case management education, mentoring and field education to new DCFS staff, new supervisors, and experienced staff as requested and per developed protocols and standards;
  • Provide training or assistance with new staff training or continuing education.

Communication:

  • Coordinate and facilitate communication with assigned DCFS area;
  • Work collaboratively with Partnership Universities to ensure consistent quality of field training.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends;
  • Ability for in-state and occasional out of state travel;
  • Experience and training in curriculum development and training delivery;
  • Superior supervisory skills;
  • Ability to use instructional technology to deliver training presentations;
  • Knowledge of and experience with computer software i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.;
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills;
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and have the ability to drive.


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Mary Tillman, Administrative Support Manager, mjtillman@midsouth.ualr.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Child Maltreatment

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion

Frequent Physical Activity:
Climbing, Driving, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Benefits Eligible:
No

Required profile

Experience

Industry :
Education
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Supervision
  • Training And Development
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Social Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Mentorship
  • Physical Flexibility

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