Social Services Training Specialist

WV Department of Human Services; West Virginia; Presencial; USD 52.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The WV Department of Human Services, Bureau for Social Services, seeks a Social Services Training Specialist under the Office of Quality Initiatives to design, develop, and deliver competency-based training for Child Welfare staff statewide. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience; statewide travel is required.

Licensure as a social worker within the WV Board is expected within the stated timeframe.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Three years full-time or equivalent in social work, social services, or child welfare.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Licensure as a Social Worker by the WV Board within the timeframe set by the agency.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and deliver competency-based training.
• Provide classroom management and supervise trainees and evaluations.
• Evaluate training outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Travel statewide to implement and support training programs.

Conocimientos

Curriculum design

Training delivery

Program evaluation

Staff development

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

MS Office

LMS

Descripción del empleo

General Description

Under general supervision, the Social Services Training Specialist performs work at the full-performance level that focuses on designing, developing, and delivering training programs for individuals working in Child Welfare programs in the Office of Quality Initiatives, Division of Professional Development, Bureau for Social Services. They are responsible for developing, providing, and evaluating competency-based training for new and tenured staff including, but not limited to, policies and procedures, computer documentation systems, and social work skills to enhance the knowledge, skills, and abilities of Child Welfare staff and ensure they are well-equipped to provide effective and compassionate support to individuals and communities.

They must use independent judgment in administrative and operational aspects of training provision including classroom management and trainee supervision and evaluation. Perform related work as required.

Statewide travel is required. Program experience is required. Preference will be given to candidates with a youth services experience, master's degree in social work, and supervisor experience.

Posting Number: BSS27OQI003

Counties of work: Statewide

Position Number: 0511P04078

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Three (3) years full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in an area related to social work, social services, or child welfare.

Experience Substitution:

Additional education may substitute based on a year-for-year basis or as determined by the Office of Shared Administration Equivalency Chart.

Internal Applicants Only:

Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in Bureau for Social Services’ Field Operations or Field Support positions may substitute for the required experience.

Special Requirement:

Valid driver’s license.

Note: Applicants hired into this classification must obtain licensure as a Social Worker from the West Virginia Board of Social Work within a timeframe established by the appointing agency. Until licensure is obtained, they may not perform duties that require a licensed social worker under state law or Board regulation.

About The Organization

The Bureau for Social Services champions the security, permanence, and welfare of children and vulnerable adults, empowering individuals and strengthening families. Formerly the Bureau for Children and Families, the Bureau for Social Services operates under the West Virginia Department of Human Services, serving children, adolescents, and vulnerable adults facing abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Equipped with extensive training to handle delicate situations with compassion and dignity, these workers contribute to the advancement of a vibrant and healthy West Virginia by facilitating access to crucial healthcare, essential social services and benefits, and fostering safe, supportive, and healthy environments. Through this hard work, at risk populations can begin to thrive within the community.