Resource Family Trainer (based In Fayetteville)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $52,500 - $55,500; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Facilitate pre-service training curriculum
Conduct home visits and assessments
Extensive in-state travel required
The Resource Family Trainer is responsible for delivering contracted training and home study models to prospective resource and adoptive parents referred by DCFS

Job Summary

  • The Resource Family Trainer is responsible for delivering contracted training and home study models to prospective resource and adoptive parents referred by DCFS.
  • This full-time, grant-funded position requires extensive in-state travel and work outside normal office hours.
  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community and conducts comprehensive background checks for applicants.

Matching Summary

The Resource Family Trainer is responsible for delivering contracted training and home study models to prospective resource and adoptive parents referred by DCFS.

Salary

Base: $52,500 - $55,500; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Facilitate pre-service training curriculum
  • Conduct home visits and assessments
  • Extensive in-state travel required
  • Deliver training to diverse groups
  • Maintain program documentation
  • Use Microsoft Office and AV equipment

Nice-to-have

  • Trainer/instructor experience preferred
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Ability to adapt to organizational change
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience with curriculum development

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Master’s degree in any field
  • Two years professional experience with children and families
  • Preferred Master’s in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Education
  • Professional licensure preferred (LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC)
  • Pre-employment screening including criminal background and sex offender registry checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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