Staff Development Coordinator

NYC Administration for Children's Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a Staff Development Coordinator to enhance training for child protective staff. This role involves planning and overseeing new trainee assignments, coordinating specialized training sessions, and ensuring compliance with ACS policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child welfare and training coordination, with the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Join a dedicated team that is committed to supporting children and families in New York City, while enjoying the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. This position offers a chance to contribute to a vital mission in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 24 credits in social work, psychology, or related fields.
• 18 months of child welfare casework experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee CPS trainee assignments and coordinate specialized training.
• Conduct in-house trainings and liaise with clinical consultation teams.

Skills

Child Welfare Casework

Training Coordination

Interpersonal Communication

Knowledge of ACS Policies

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

30 Semester Credits toward Masters of Social Work

Job description

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY OF $94,079.00

In each DCP borough and program office, an Administration or “Admin” team provides a catalog of critical support functions, enabling child protective staff to focus on supporting our children and families. Under the supervision of a Deputy Director for Administration with wide latitude for the use of judgment and independent decision making, the Staff Development Coordinator will be responsible for the following:

1. Plans and oversees new CPS trainee assignments to Training Units for the On-the-Job Training (OJT); coordinates specialized training opportunities for CPS trainees in collaboration with Training Unit Supervisors.
2. Arranges and schedules mandatory and non-mandatory trainings.
3. Conducts in-house trainings to address the needs of the borough and ensure knowledge of and compliance with ACS and divisional policies and procedures.
4. Works with the clinical consultation team to coordinate and ensure the delivery of specialized trainings in Domestic Violence, Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
5. Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and addresses staff issues regarding professional development.
6. Reviews specific material from the JSA Core Phase I course with the CPS trainees.
7. Liaises with JSA practice instructors regarding strengths and weaknesses of individual CPS trainees and communicate that information to the CPS training supervisors.
8. Communicates with the training supervisors and learn what extra training needs to be provided to the trainees. Identify topics the trainees need reinforced.
9. Facilitates trainings.
10. Coordinates training to be given by other trainers/professionals.
11. Coordinates trainings that all CPS trainees receive during their training unit phase (e.g., training from the clinical consultation team).
12. Communicate to the JSA on the progress of CPS trainees.
13. SDC may serve as interviewers at CPS Hiring Pools.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in one or a combination of the following fields: social work, psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, education (including early childhood), nursing or cultural anthropology, at least 12 of which must have been in one of these disciplines, and 30 semester credits toward a Masters of Social Work or a graduate degree in a related field, and at least eighteen months of child welfare casework experience.

Note: Section 424-a of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

55a Program:

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness:

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement:

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information:

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.