Child and Family Services (CFS) Curriculum and Training Specialist

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Yellowknife is seeking a Curriculum and Training Specialist for the Child and Family Services. The role involves leading the design and implementation of curriculum, monitoring and evaluating training quality, and managing comprehensive training programs. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor of Social Work Degree with relevant experience, strong communication skills, and cultural sensitivity. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual northern living allowance

Health/dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience in Child and Family Services.
• Understanding of adult learning and curriculum development.
• Knowledge of clinical approaches required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of the CFS curriculum.
• Monitor and evaluate CFS training quality.
• Manage comprehensive CFS system-wide training.

Skills

Expert communication

Cultural sensitivity

Conflict management

Facilitation skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor of Social Work Degree

Master of Social Work Degree

Diploma of Social Work Degree

Job description

Child and Family Services (CFS) Curriculum and Training Specialist

The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.

HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.

Job Information

Do you have a strong interest for facilitation and applying strategic creative and innovative learning approaches? The CFS Curriculum and Training Specialist is responsible for providing support on system standards, procedures, policies, and performance requirements related to Child and Family Services. This position will monitor and evaluate training on an ongoing basis, provide feedback to staff delivering training, and adjust the training to ensure that it continues to be relevant and appropriate for CFS staff working in the North. You will have the opportunity to advise the Statutory Director on curriculum needs and assist with quality improvement initiatives to enhance the training as required.

The CFS Specialist is an expert on CFS practice and policy, and is responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous quality improvement of a comprehensive CFS Training Framework in the NWT that is culturally safe and promotes antiracism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, implementation, and sustainability of the CFS curriculum and training.
• Monitor and evaluates the quality of training provided by the CFS system and lead to support strategic approaches in training improvements and training assurance.
• Project manage the multi-factored and comprehensive CFS system wide training.
• Lead DHSS curriculum development and training initiatives to effectively maintain a high level of skill and ability for all CFS staff in accordance with the Child and Family Services Act and accompanying policies, standards, and procedures.
• Develop, maintain, and support the implementation of training to the CFS system.

The ideal candidate will possess expert knowledge of the CFS program and Adoptions Services program and policies. Some of the key qualifications include:

• A Bachelor of Social Work Degree and three (3) years of direct experience in Child and Family Services
• Understanding of adult learning, transfer of knowledge, curriculum development
• Understanding and sensitivity to cultural and geographical considerations
• Knowledge and application of clinical approaches
• Skills in negotiations, conflict management/resolution
• Strong and effective communication and facilitation
• A Master of Social Work Degree and one (1) year of direct experience in Child and Family Services and/or Adoptions Services.
• A Diploma of Social Work Degree and five (5) years of direct experience in Child and Family Services and/or Adoptions Services.

The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance. For more information about living and working in the Northwest Territories please visit our benefits page or NWT Tourism.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR

BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9

Tel [phone] Extension 14106

Fax [phone]

[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.