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Training Specialist
$87k-106k (estimate)
Full Time | Colleges & Universities
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Portland State University is Hiring a Remote Training Specialist
Position Details
Proposed Start Date
04/08/2024
Classification Title
Training Specialist
Working Title
Training Specialist
Department
240301 - CCF Cntr Improvement Child/Family
Position Number
D92265
Representation
OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
Position FTE
1.0
End date, if applicable
06/30/2024
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Founded in 1993, the Child Welfare Partnership was one of the first in the nation to combine social work research, training and education into an integrated and collaborative program to advance the outcomes of children and families in the State of Oregon. In partnership with the Oregon Department of Human Services, the Child Welfare Partnership delivers an extensive and nationally recognized training curriculum and program for child welfare workers with a mission to “build the capacity of human organizations and systems to improve the equity and effectiveness of services and community supports for children, youth, and families.” Over 120,000 persons have been trained to be caseworkers, social service assistants, and supervisors to support the individual needs of families and best serve Oregon’s children and young people.
Position Summary
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. A hybrid remote, in-person schedule is available and is based on programmatic needs. Occasional evening work or travel to meet project deliverables. The Child Welfare Partnership (CWP) is part of the Center for Improvement of Child & Family Services within the School of Social Work.
This position is located in downtown Salem, Oregon at the Child Welfare Partnership Training Center. A hybrid remote, in-person schedule is available and is based on programmatic needs. Occasional evening work or travel to meet project deliverables. The Child Welfare Partnership (CWP) is part of the Center 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 curriculums for Child Welfare Department staff 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 Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), 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 ODHS 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 with families in a public, private or tribal child welfare or social service agency.
- Demonstrated understanding of definitions, concepts, and impacts related to race equity and inclusion.
- Experience providing training to diverse audiences and demonstrated ability to facilitate discussions on race equity.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in a human services field.
- Oregon Child Welfare Experience.
- Understanding of adult learning principles, presentation platform skills, and training design.
- Bilingual and/or bicultural knowledge and 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
Flexible work schedule, generally M-F 8-5 with some evening and weekend training assignments
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The monthly starting salary rate for this position will be between a Step 6 $5,992 and a Step 10 $7,247 (annual salary rate 71,904 to 86,964). The starting salary is 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, 2024. It is anticipated that funding will continue beyond that date as the CWP has contracted with ODHS since 1993. This position is located in downtown Salem, Oregon at the Child Welfare Partnership Training Center. A hybrid remote, in-person schedule is available and is based on programmatic needs. 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. The review of applications will begin March 18th but applications will be accepted until finalists are identified.
Background Check Required
Yes
If you have questions
Please contact Jose Maciel, Workforce Development and Training Manager at josmaci7@pdx.edu.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$87k-106k (estimate)
POST DATE
03/05/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
04/09/2024
WEBSITE
cs.pdx.edu
HEADQUARTERS
PORTLAND, OR
SIZE
3,000 - 7,500
FOUNDED
2014
CEO
STEPHEN PERCY
REVENUE
$200M - $500M
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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