The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree plus one (1) year of professional experience with children and families;
• Professional experience in mentoring, teaching, or training.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field;
• Professional Experience with child maltreatment assessments;
• Experience and training in curriculum development and training delivery;
• Experience presenting to large groups.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Training:

• Provide statewide training of DCFS contracted training initiatives for identified Division of Children staff, and stakeholders;
• Provide coaching of Safety Organized Practice when requested;
• Provide SOP office hours as requested by DCFS;
• Attend Training of Trainers, DCFS mandatory trainings, and continuing education workshops when relevant to the position.

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with MidSOUTH training staff, DCFS staff, University Partnership staff, and other stakeholders;
• Engage in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities (e.g., case readings), as requested by DCFS, to ensure fidelity to the SOP practice model;
• Attend quarterly Regional Team Meetings to discuss DCFS initiatives and training when requested;
• Attend quarterly academic partnership meetings;
• Participate in DCFS workgroups when requested.

Record Keeping and Maintenance:

• Maintain a monthly record of training activities and staff/university partnership contacts;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to travel extensively in the state, which will include overnight stays;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends;
• Possess exemplary public speaking and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to use customer service initiatives for clients and the campus community;
• Ability to work independently;
• Ability to meet multiple program deadlines, and manage multiple tasks;
• Experience using Microsoft Office;
• Possess a valid driver's license and dependable transportation;
• Ability to maintain a monthly record of contacts;
• Knowledge of the Arkansas Child Welfare System;
• Ability to train others.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.