Child Welfare Trainer - Little Rock

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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.

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related Bachelor’s degree;

• 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.

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.

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.