Child Welfare Program Specialist (PUBL EDUC SPEC 4)
Company: University of California - Davis
Location: Davis
Posted on: January 26, 2025
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Job Summary
Under the general direction of an Academic Coordinator, in
partnership with the Northern Academy Director, support the
Northern Academy's programs related to child welfare practice,
workforce development, training, coaching, technical assistance,
implementation science, and transfer of learning. This position
will have a specific role in supporting statewide development of
Core 4.0 for social workers across California and other statewide
standardized curriculum content. Serve as a subject matter expert
in these topics and provide project management, program and
curriculum development, and child welfare consultation, coaching,
and technical assistance. Represent the Academy in a variety of
communications, meetings, collaborations and partnerships with
other agencies. Develop curricula independently related to a wide
range of child welfare social work subject areas. Collaborate with
subject matter experts (SMEs) to manage the overall curriculum
development process and ensure program quality. Develop and
implement work plans for projects including curriculum development,
conferences, convenings, learning collaboratives and other training
and coaching deliverables, ensuring projects are delivered on-time,
within scope and budget, and meet contract obligations. Support
instructor hiring, trainer development and course observation.
Cultivate, develop and enhance relationships with a variety of
stakeholders to deliver innovative workforce development services
that meet their needs. This position will uphold our organization's
commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion by bringing a
human-centered approach and strong lens of DEI to all curriculum
work, coaching and other deliverables developed. Apply By Date
February 7, 2025 at 11:59pm Minimum Qualifications - For full
consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or
certification if required of the position
Bachelor's degree in social work,
psychology and/or equivalent experience/training.In-depth
experience and knowledge of Child Welfare Services practices and
principles.Proven experience writing and developing curriculum in
the field of Human Services.Project management experience to
oversee multiple, concurrent projects of a complex nature, to
establish and adjust priorities, and to develop a course of action,
monitor plans, ensure timely completion, review and evaluate
results. Experience assessing project needs, developing
implementation plans, managing and monitoring projects through
completion and making necessary adjustments to ensure successful
outcomes. Extensive knowledge of program implementation processes
and skills to lead others in planning and implementation
efforts.Experience facilitating meetings and workshops or
trainings.Experience working independently, organizing own work,
establishing priorities, developing a course of action, monitoring
the plan, reviewing and evaluating results. Experience using MS
Office Suite for Windows (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook),
databases and business tracking systems.Excellent written
communication skills including editing and proofreading skills to
quickly and accurately produce correspondence, reports, curriculum
and training materials. Strong communication and interpersonal
skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with SMEs and
other stakeholders, as well as with a diverse constituency of child
welfare professionals and allied professions and internal
clients.Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in social work,
psychology or equivalent experience/training. Experience in writing
reports, articles or other documents distributed to a public
audience. Education or training and experience coaching individuals
and teams. Skill to assess client training, coaching and
professional development needs.Facilitation skills in planning and
implementation processes and ability to lead others in planning and
implementation efforts.Ability to analyze policy and legislation
proposed and implemented at federal, state and county levels of
government; assess implications for child welfare.Knowledge of
adult learning and transfer of learning theories and practice. Key
Responsibilities
40% - Project Management40% - Project
Development and Delivery10% - Trainer Development10% - Evaluation
and Assessment Department OverviewUC Davis Continuing and
Professional Education (CPE) is the lifelong learning arm of the
university. The division maintains the most diverse portfolio on
the campus, with programs spanning pre-college, professional
continuing education, workforce development, international academic
and cultural exchange, and training services for corporate and
agency partners. As a global leader in continuing education, CPE
serves learners regionally, nationally and globally, and posts more
than 55K enrollments annually making it the third largest UC
Extension by enrollment. Beyond its community-facing role, CPE
serves as the internal hub for online education in support of other
academic units on the campus. CPE employs approximately 180
employees and draws on the expertise of approximately 1,700
instructors. POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range: $75,000/yr. -
$135,600/yr.Salary Frequency: MonthlySalary Grade: Grade 22UC Job
Title: PUBL EDUC SPEC 4UC Job Code: 004169Number of Positions:
1Appointment Type: Staff: CareerPercentage of Time: 100% -
FixedShift Hours: Manager will adviseLocation: Davis, CA. Union
Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)Benefits Eligible:
YesThis position may be eligible for hybrid remote work
arrangements (mix of on-site and remote work). BenefitsOutstanding
benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the
University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits,
resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as
well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness,
financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and
eligibility rules by visiting either our handy or and our .
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between
the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a
contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay
abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective
bargaining at UC:
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit
your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your
family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave,
Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health
Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis
Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement
Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective
Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning
opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free
mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life,
short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer &
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension
and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our
retirement benefits can be found
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we
provide resources to enhance as well as (ERGs) to support our staff
Physical Demands
Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Squatting/Kneeling -
Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard
use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning -
Occasional Up to 3 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize -
Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction -
Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6
Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Work
EnvironmentUC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective
January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products,
and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be
strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property,
indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential
space.
Work occasional varied lunch hours. Must be able to work variable
hours and travel overnight.Special Requirements - Please contact
your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by
position
This is a critical position, as
defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment
is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s),
including but not limited to criminal record history background
check(s)Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of
employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of
employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject
to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last
seven years determining that they committed any misconduct;
received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of
any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving
misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of
allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or
disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an
appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and BelongingAt UC Davis, we're
solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier,
and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge
we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize
that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization
means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and
our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the
most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC
Davis, please explore our , our and for research and education, and
our latest efforts to . The University of California, Davis is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown
that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every
single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of
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be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We
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