Senior Training and Consultation Specialist

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University’s School of Health Professions (RBHS) seeks a Senior Training and Consultation Specialist to work on NJ DHS-DMHAS grant-funded training projects in psychiatric rehabilitation. You will develop curricula for in-person and online training, deliver to adult learners, and evaluate outcomes.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, or related field, with doctoral preferred, plus experience coordinating training or consulting in education/behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field is required with a strong focus on education/behavioral sciences.
• Doctoral degree preferred with 2+ years coordinating adult-directed training or educational programs and/or consulting.
• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may substitute for the education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers educational training programs for NJ DHS grant-funded projects by developing curricula for in-person and web-based training using CANVAS; delivering curricula to adult learners and preparing educational materials.
• Provides consultation/technical assistance to administrators, supervisors, clinicians and staff; develops individualized assistance plans and supports funders and stakeholders; stays current on mental health research and implementation strategies.
• Completes formative, process, outcome and impact evaluation of training using survey tools to measure knowledge, skills, and behavior change.
• Contributes to and prepares reports related to program outcomes and scholarly manuscripts.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Knowledge of school mental health serv

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field

Doctoral degree preferred

Equivalent experience, education and/or training may substitute

Job description

Position Details

• Recruitment/Posting Title: Senior Training and Consultation Specialist
• Job Category: Staff & Executive - Education and Training
• Department: SHP - Psychiatric Rehabilitati
• FLSA: Exempt
• Grade: 26S

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating universitywide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Rutgers School of Health Professions (SHP) is seeking a Senior Training and Consultation Specialist to work in the Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation & Counseling Professions, NJ Department of Human Services (DHS) DMHAS Contract. As an integral part of the NJ DHS-DMHAS funded training and technical assistance projects, the Senior Training and Consultation Specialist will work alongside faculty members and project staff. They are responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating training and consultation activities related to their assigned project. They will contribute to the implementation of evidence based psychiatric rehabilitation services in both NJ's community based mental health services and the state psychiatric hospitals. This position is fully grant funded.

• Develops and delivers educational training programs for one or more of the NJ DHS grant-funded training and technical assistance projects (Community Support Services, Integrated Employment Institute and State Hospital Psychiatric Rehabilitation Initiative) by developing curricula for both in‑person and web‑based training programs using educational technology software and learning management systems (e.g., CANVAS); delivering curricula through utilization of a variety of engagement techniques that are aimed at adult learners; coordinating with colleagues in the preparation and delivery of educational materials; researching relevant topic areas and interfacing with subject matter experts when needed; and ensuring that all educational materials are of the highest quality, free from typos and grammatical errors.
• Provides consultation and technical assistance to administrators, supervisors, clinicians and direct care staff by developing individualized consultation/technical assistance plans; providing on- and off‑site consultation/technical assistance services; providing requested technical assistance and support to the funder and related stakeholders (i.e., NJ Departments of Health and Human Services); staying abreast of current mental health research and project implementation strategies; utilizing own expertise in mental health evidence‑based practices to make recommendations on implementation of behavioral health services; and utilizing implementation science to develop technical assistance plans to support the implementation of evidence‑based practices in NJ and beyond.
• Completes formative, process, outcome and impact evaluation of training by carrying out needs assessments with key stakeholders; considering existing training resources to identify gaps and best practices; measuring change in knowledge, skills, and behaviors over time; ensuring that training and technical assistance objectives are specific, measurable, attainable, and realistic; and using survey software (e.g., Qualtrics, Redcap) to develop effective instruments to evaluate training and technical assistance with measurable results.
• Contributes to and prepares reports related to the degree of success in achieving program outcomes.
• Maintains a high level of knowledge and expertise in topics related to mental health workforce development and multiple areas of evidence‑based or empirically supported mental health interventions.
• Contributes to the preparation of scholarly manuscripts and presentations.

• Minimum Salary: 74332.000
• Mid Range Salary: 89311.000
• Maximum Salary: 106121.000

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

• Position Status: Full Time
• Working Hours: 37.50
• Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on‑site work arrangement.
• Union Description: HPAE 5094
• Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft
• Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month
• Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field is required with a strong focus on education/behavioral sciences, doctoral degree preferred plus 2 years of progressively increasing responsibility in education/behavioral sciences or a related discipline coordinating adult‑directed training or educational programs and/or consulting with educational settings, or Bachelor's Degree in a related field and four (4) years of experience.
• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills are required.
• Knowledge of school mental health services required.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Standing, sitting, walking, talking, or hearing. No special vision requirements.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT:Office environment; moderate noise.

Posting Details

• Posting Number: 26ST1915
• Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
• Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS)
• City: Piscataway
• State: NJ

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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