Training Officer – Child Welfare

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Training Officer to deliver high-quality Pre-Service and Specialty training for newly hired staff working in child welfare programs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on field experience in child welfare and proven skills in training delivery, facilitation, and adult learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Pre-Service Training to new staff, including:
• Fundamentals of child welfare
• Program-specific topics (CPS, Foster Care, Juvenile Justice)
• Trauma-informed case management practices
• The Practice Model (Engagement, Teaming, Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Tracking & Adjusting)
• Self-care and Motivational Interviewing
• Conduct Mentor Certification Programs.
• Proctor and support Pre-Service Assessments and evaluation activities.
• Participate in Case Panel Presentations and Simulation Lab training (depending on location).
• Provide technical assistance and support for virtual training delivery.
• Facilitate training through Microsoft Teams and other digital platforms.
• Collaborate with the training team to maintain consistency and quality of all training materials.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate training records.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (required).
• 1 year of direct child welfare field experience, such as:
• Case management
• Child protective services
• Foster care
• Juvenile justice
• 1 year of experience in training delivery, adult education, coaching, or staff development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams and virtual learning tools.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience training in a government or human services setting.
• Coursework or certification in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, or adult learning principles.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least one year of direct child welfare field experience (such as CPS, Foster Care, Juvenile Justice, or case management)?

If yes, please describe your responsibilities.

• Do you have experience delivering training or facilitating adult learning sessions?

Please share the types of training you've delivered.

• How comfortable are you with using Microsoft Teams and other virtual training platforms to conduct full training sessions?
• This role requires some local travel (within 75 miles) but no overnight travel. Are you able to meet this requirement?
• raining content includes trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and the DCS Practice Model. Are you familiar with these topics or willing to quickly learn them?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $23