Working Title: Field Training Specialist
Posting Open Date: 11/18/2019
Application Review Date: 12/05/2019
Description of Work:
This position will be based out of the Eastern Service Area (ESA) which includes Omaha, Papillion and vicinity. This may also include possible support to the Santee Sioux, Winnebago, and Omaha tribal nations.
These are full-time (100% FTE) positions instructing and guiding new NDHHS CFSS trainees in all components of pre-service training including: field training, individualized instruction, and classroom training. The Field Training Specialists (FTS) will work directly with trainees helping them to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to serve the State’s children and families as a CFSS. Extensive travel may be required. Evenings and weekends may be required on occasion.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, or a closely related field. Two (2) years of experience performing Children and Family Services (CFS) work in Nebraska. Training, coaching, and/or mentoring experience preferred. Development and delivery of adult educational courses is desirable. Experience as a Child and Family Services Specialist in ongoing case management is preferred.
All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a DMV background check authorizing them to operate University vehicles.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, or a closely related field. Must have a working knowledge of policy and practice for child welfare. Public relations skills and experience working with attorneys, the courts, and community agencies is essential. Excellent written/oral communication and organizational skills, flexibility, creativity, and the ability to work independently are necessary.
For questions, please contact Paulette Sombke.