PRIDE Trainer - Bilingual
University of Illinois

Job Info

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PRIDE Trainer - Bilingual

PRIDE Foster and Adoptive Parent Program

School of Social Work

University of Illinois

Job Summary
As funded by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS), responsible for facilitating trainings for the PRIDE Foster and Adoptive Parent Training Program to prospective, relative/fictive kin, licensed, and adoptive/sub guardianship caregivers for the Learning and Development Unit within the Office of Learning and Professional Development (OLDP).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Over a 6-month period, trainers will facilitate a combination of 1 Re-Design pre-service, 1 Relative pre-service, 3 in-service and 3 Facilitated Discussion trainings (per series). PRIDE Trainers will adhere to facilitating training curriculum, but are encouraged to share experiences, stories and testimonies reinforcing training objectives. The Trainer is responsible for follow-through, with required paperwork. Trainer skills will be observed semi-annually, and trainers will participate in coaching, staff development and workshop activities.
• Responsible for reviewing training assignments to avoid overbookings and monitoring work schedule, based on job classification and hourly/daily work hours not to exceed a 40-hour work week. PRIDE Trainers are responsible for submitting payroll and travel documentation according to Manager's instructions to meet UIUC payroll and mileage submission expectations.

Travel Requirements
30% Travel Required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree. A minimum of 5 years of recent experience as a licensed Foster and/or Adoptive Parent, or 5 years of recent experience as a child welfare professional with a public or private child welfare agency. Bilingual in Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work. Previous experienced as a PRIDE trainer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good organizational, problem solving/multitasking skills. Aptitude and skill level necessary for the use of independent judgement; excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to follow oral and written instructions; good customer service interpersonal skills; strong verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of Zoom, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel & Teams). Access to PDF files (Adobe and Acrobat Reader). Ability to perform data entry.
• Ability to manage workflow to meet deadlines.

Appointment Information

This is a part-time Academic Hourly position, appointed on a 12-month service basis. The position is grant funded and several positions are available statewide. Renewal is contingent upon availability of funds. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search posting closes. The hourly wage for this position is $38.00 per hour and $19.00 per hour based on the job duties. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. Hybrid work may be available.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 18, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact SW-HR@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1026814
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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