Job description
Position Details
Proposed Start Date
02/20/2023
Classification Title
Training Specialist
Working Title
CWP Training Specialist
Department
240301 - CCF Cntr Improvement Child/Family
Position Number
D92596
Representation
OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
Position FTE
1.0
End date, if applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Center for Improvement of Child and Family Services (CCF) integrates research, education, and training to advance the delivery of services to children and families. We work with agency and community partners to promote a child serving system that protects children, respects families, and builds community capacity to address emerging needs.
Based at the PSU School of Social Work, our long history of involvement with public child welfare provides an advantage in terms of knowledge of agency-based research, familiarity with practice trends, and a network of local and national relationships for research and training.
Based at the PSU School of Social Work, our long history of involvement with public child welfare provides an advantage in terms of knowledge of agency-based research, familiarity with practice trends, and a network of local and national relationships for research and training.
Position Summary
We will be hiring two applicants for this posting.
Do you want to make a difference for children and families in our state? Are you committed to equity and inclusion and want to be part of a program that shares that commitment? Do you want to be part of a team of talented educators committed to supporting, training and mentoring our child welfare workforce? Then our Training Specialist position might be perfect for you!
Do you want to make a difference for children and families in our state? Are you committed to equity and inclusion and want to be part of a program that shares that commitment? Do you want to be part of a team of talented educators committed to supporting, training and mentoring our child welfare workforce? Then our Training Specialist position might be perfect for you!
This position is located in downtown Salem, Oregon at the Child Welfare Partnership Training Center. The position will be primarily remote until in-person training for State employees is resumed. A hybrid remote, in-person schedule will be available after in person training resumes. Occasional evening work or travel to meet project deliverables. The Child Welfare Partnership is part of theCenter for Improvement of Child & Family Services within the School of Social Work.
This position works with a diverse team of trainers to plan, design, and deliver complex curriculum for Child Welfare Department staff, caregivers, and community partners, including tribal child welfare staff. Training has an emphasis on Safety, Permanency, and Well-being for children using a trauma informed and social justice framework. The position further develops and refines curriculum materials for the training program in response to new projects, newly identified best practices, and policy and practice changes initiated by the State Department of Human Services, in an effort to assist with workforce development that is in alignment with their strategic goals.
This position consults with direct service staff on field practice, field supervisor and managers on training needs and delivery. This position participates on ODHS and CWP Workgroups that look at practice and policy initiatives in order to share training and best practice perspectives. In conjunction with colleagues and the management team, this position has responsibility to participate in organizational training needs assessments and comprehensive program evaluation. The person will have a primary work site at the PSU Salem Center, ensuring interaction with the main training unit and the central DHS office, and providing a centralized point of access to branch offices. Travel may be required as part of this position. This is a full-time, hourly, limited-duration appointment.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
- Three years of experience as a trainer which included responsibility for assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating training needs in an organization; AND
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, or Human Resources (Personnel) Management; or three more years of pertinent experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
- Experience working in a public, private or tribal child welfare agency.
- Demonstrated understanding of definitions, concepts, and impacts related to race, equity and inclusion.
Preferred Qualifications
- An MSW or Master’s Degree in a related field.
- Oregon Child Welfare Experience
- Experience developing curriculums for diverse audiences.
- Bilingual and/or bicultural knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate classroom discussions on race equity.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm with some evenings and weekends.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting hourly salary rate for this position will be between $32.94 to 39.88 per hour ($82,950 annual salary rate). The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities
Application Instructions
Additional Information
This position is grant funded through June 30, 2023. It is anticipated that funding will continue beyond that date. This position is located in downtown Salem, Oregon at the Child Welfare Partnership Training Center. The position will be primarily remote until in-person training for State employees is resumed. A hybrid remote, in-person schedule will available after in person training resumes. Occasional evening work or travel to meet project deliverables. This is a limited duration position.
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please complete the on-line application and include a cover letter that describes your interest in the position and relevant experience; a resume; and provide the names, phone number, and email addresses of individuals (minimum of 3) who have agreed to serve as references. References will not be contacted until you have been selected as a finalist for the position.
Background Check Required
Yes
If you have questions
Please contact Jose Maciel at
josmaci7@pdx.edu
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