Staff Development Specialist II

Job Purpose The primary purpose of this position is to lead the training and continuous quality improvement efforts for child welfare programs in the agency. This is professional and analytical work providing staff assistance and evaluation of the agency’s child welfare program in functional program areas that include intake, assessments and on call. Where social work practices overlap, this focus will extend to foster care, adoptions, in-home services. Employee should possess knowledge of N.C. Statutes related to child abuse/neglect/dependency; manual material pertaining to provision of Social Services, Protective Services and Foster Care Services. Responsibilities •Provides initial training and working knowledge of new child welfare professionals with agency, as well as the continuing education of established professionals. •Designs, implements, monitors and evaluates a coherent and effective quality improvement and staff development system. • Analyzes data, provides supportive consults in the form of home visits or other observation to assist in staff growth and skill enhancement. Skills & Abilities Education & Experience:  Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work; a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of social worker, plus one year of directly related experience in case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning, or a four year degree in a human services field and two years of directly related experience in case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning; or graduation from a four year college or university and three years of directly related experience in case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  A copy of a certified college transcript and a letter of reference must be provided upon request. It is essential the employee is flexible and able to adapt to their audience and situation. This position may require work outside of traditional business hours. Computer Skills:  Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint Experience). License/Credentials: Possession of a valid N.C. driver's license is required for this position and maintaining a driving record in accordance with Alamance County policy. Other Position Information: This position is subject to reallocation contingent upon funding, agency needs and client population and are subject to perform work during emergency or disaster situations as required and may be required to staff shelter overnight.