[Hiring] Resource Family Trainer @University of Arkansas System

Role Description

The Resource Family Trainer is responsible for implementing the contracted resource and adoptive parent pre-service training curriculum and completing the home study in partnership with the Division of Children and Family Services. This position has regular contact with University personnel, DCFS staff, and other public agencies, community professionals, and the public. It requires extensive in-state travel and work outside normal office hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work OR Master’s degree in a related field
• One (1) year of professional experience working with families in the child welfare system
• Experience in writing home assessments, psychosocial histories, training in curriculum development, and training delivery (preferred)
• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, with appropriate professional licensure preferred (e.g., LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC)
• Fluent in Spanish (preferred)

Requirements

• Receive training and certification in the contracted resource and adoptive parent training program model and the contracted home study model
• Facilitate the contracted pre-service training curriculum with prospective resource/adoptive parents
• Conduct the contracted home study model on prospective resource and adoptive homes
• Complete all home visits assigned by the supervisor
• Communicate with program participants between sessions, as needed
• Complete program documentation and monthly reporting requirements
• Attend required monthly and quarterly meetings with Area Resource staff
• Ability to travel in-state and out-of-state with overnight stays
• Must have computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to operate AV equipment

Benefits

• Salary Information: $52,500 - $55,500
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Company Description

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.