Child Welfare Trainer

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Institutional AffairsNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

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:

MidSOUTHmidsouth.ualr.edu

Summary of Job Duties:

The Child Welfare Trainer serves as a trainer for New Staff Training for Social Services Specialists, Social Services Supervisors/Experts, and Social Services Assistants. This position will also be responsible for providing the Division Information Management System (DIMS) training to the Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS) staff in a classroom setting, labs and in the field. The position is responsible for providing individual consultation with new workers regarding knowledge/skill development and providing feedback to the worker and supervisor concerning the workers progress in training. The Child Welfare Trainer also provides identified training to the child welfare community, and works collaboratively with the local university partners and area DCFS staff as it relates to Child Welfare Reform. The Child Welfare Trainer reports to the Child Welfare Team Leader. This position will require occasional overnight travel with the possibility of extended overnight stays around the state. This position is grant-funded and renewed annually. 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 Bachelor’s degree;

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related Master’s degree;
• Five (5) years of professional experience with children and families (public child welfare);
• Two (2) years of experience with the DCFS Division Information Management System;
• Experience and training in curriculum development and training delivery.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Training:

• Serve as a primary trainer for the Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Social Services Specialists, Social Services Assistants, and Supervisors/Experts, including classroom training, simulation training, Division Information Management Systemtraining, and coaching in the DCFS office as requested;
• Provide new staff training and continuing education workshops for DCFS staff and community-based providers in accordance with DCFS-approved curricula;
• Manage and evaluate new workers’ performance related to training content and skills mastery;
• Attend DCFS mandatory training and continuing education workshops when relevant to the position.

Consultation:

• Provide individual consultation with new workers regarding knowledge and skill development;
• Assist DCFS supervisors and area managers in identifying and meeting workers’ training needs;
• Work collaboratively with DCFS staff, supervisors, area managers, and University Partners to support workforce development;
• Model professional communication and teamwork, both locally and statewide.

Data Collection and Documentation:

• Collect and maintain required training data and documentation related to training participants and outcomes;
• Maintain required monthly documentation, including contract logs and records of training, consultation, and collaborative contacts.

Development:

• Assist with ongoing curricula revisions and the development of new curricula as requested;
• Present workshops and trainings at local, regional, and state conferences as requested;
• Participate in DCFS workgroups and initiatives when requested;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of DCFS Policies and Procedures and the ability to stay current on DCFS policy and procedure changes and maintain a knowledge of the Arkansas child welfare system;
• Ability to travel in-state and occasional out-of-state travel;
• Ability to work other than normal office hours, nights, and weekends;
• Ability to train others, and work independently and as a member of a team;
• Ability to meet multiple program deadlines and manage multiple tasks;
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office and other software applications.

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

$52,500-$55,500Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Mary Tillman, Administrative Support Manager, [email protected]

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, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

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 preference, 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:

Driving, Feeling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Balancing, Driving, Feeling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible:

Yes