Child Welfare Specialist
prospect infosystemFranklin, TN
$23/hr
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prospect infosystemFranklin, TNMid L4
$23/hr
Training and Development SpecialistsChild, Family, and School Social WorkersMental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Other Individual and Family ServicesChild and Youth ServicesProfessional and Management Development Training
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$23/hr on 1099 Hybrid This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive Pre-Service and Specialty training to newly hired DCS staff as well as serving as an information liaison for new-hires during onboarding & throughout Pre-Service. The ideal candidate will have direct child welfare experience and a strong background in trainingdelivery, with a commitment to trauma-informed care and the DCS Practice Model.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver Pre-Service Training to new DCS employees, covering:
- Fundamentals of Child Welfare
- Program-specific content based on assigned service areas (e.g., CPS, Foster Care, Juvenile Justice)
- Trauma-informed case management practices
- The DCS Practice Model and Practice Wheel (Engagement, Teaming, Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Tracking, and Adjusting)
- Self-care strategies and Motivational Interviewing techniques\
- Provide Coaching & Feedback to new hires based on field observation & identifiedpractice gaps.
- Facilitate Mentor Certification Programs
- Proctor Pre-Service Assessments and support evaluation processes
- Participate in Case Panel Presentations
- Participate in Simulation Lab activities (depending on location)
- Provide web-based technical assistance and support for virtual training delivery
- Utilize Microsoft Teams and other digital platforms to conduct and support trainingsessions
- Collaborate with training team members, program leadership & regional leadership toensure consistency and quality in training content and delivery
- Travel –some travel will be required
- Mileage reimbursement will be available
Minimum Qualifications:
- One (1) year of direct child welfare field experience (e.g., case management, investigations, foster care, juvenile justice)
- One (1) year of experience in training delivery, adult education, or staff development
- Proficiency in Microsoft Teams and other virtual training tools
- Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving trainingenvironment
- Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience delivering training in a government or human services setting
- Certification or coursework in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, or adult learning principles Work Conditions:
- Travel will be required for in-person training & coaching sessions as well as fieldobservations.
- Hybrid work environment with both remote and on-site responsibilities.
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Level
Mid L4
Salary
$23/hr
Location
Franklin, TN
Occupation
Training and Development Specialists
Industry
Other Individual and Family Services
Posted
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