What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Training Coordinator position at University of Arkansas?
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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 - Tina Paxton
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Required Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work with a current LSW license OR obtain license within six (6) months of hire;
- Three years of professional experience with children and families;
- Experience working and/or coordinating with state agencies;
- Professional experience in mentoring, teaching, or training.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
- Master's degree in Social Work and a current LMSW/LCSW license OR obtain license within six (6) months of hire;
- Experience providing direct supervision of individuals/teams;
- Three years of project management experience;
- Experience with grant/contract-related projects.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordination and Supervision:
- Provides direct supervision of MidSOUTH Field Trainers;
- Coordinate onboarding/orientation for all new field trainers, provide initial training for newly hired field trainers, and arrange for continued education/training for existing Field Trainers;
- Provide oversight and training of Workday tasks for field trainers and review expense reports;
- Responsible for the coordination and assignment of DCFS trainees to MidSOUTH field trainers in their assigned regional areas;
- Coordinate and facilitate communication with assigned DCFS field training area;
- Coordinate with MidSOUTH training staff, DCFS staff, University Partnership staff, and other stakeholders to facilitate Field Training in assigned regional training areas.
Leadership/Teamwork:
- Participate in MidSOUTH's Child Welfare Leadership Team;
- Participate in DCFS's Training Skills Development Team;
- Participate in Academic Partnerships and Community Partnerships to promote knowledge dissemination, training, and research;
- Facilitate monthly coordination meetings with the Area 6 Partnership University;
- Facilitate monthly coordination meetings with the Area 3 and 6 DCFS Area Directors;
- Serve on workgroups representing MidSOUTH;
- Provide oversight to DCFS Internship Placements;
- Monitor compliance in ensuring student interns comply with a complete criminal background and central registry checks as required by the DCFS Internship Program Management Guide.
Project Management:
- Organize and submit a monthly report on contract deliverables provided by MidSOUTH Field Trainers;
- Provide oversight to databases used for field training;
- Monitor compliance of field training documentation requirements;
- Responsible for meeting with the DCFS Area Directors and PDU Manager, as outlined by the IV-E contract, to discuss field training in their assigned regional areas;
- Responsible for the timely completion of training assessments and documentation of training activities.
Training of DCFS Staff:
- 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 additional training as requested in designated areas;
- Attend quarterly academic partnership meetings;
- Attend Training of Trainers, DCFS mandatory training, and continuing education workshops when relevant to the position.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & 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.;
- Ability to maintain a monthly record of contacts;
- Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills;
- Possess a valid driver's license and dependable transportation;
- Ability to work independently;
- Ability to meet multiple program deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://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 RegistryThe 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 age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, TalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Driving, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Driving, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboardingBenefits Eligible:YesThe University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Salary : $52,000 - $55,000
