Resource Family Trainer (based In Fayetteville)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Base: $52,500 - $55,500; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Facilitating group training sessions
Conducting home visits and assessments
In-state travel with overnight stays
The Resource Family Trainer is responsible for delivering pre-service training and conducting home studies for prospective resource and adoptive parents in collaboration with DCFS

Job Summary

  • The Resource Family Trainer is responsible for delivering pre-service training and conducting home studies for prospective resource and adoptive parents in collaboration with DCFS.
  • This full-time, grant-funded position requires extensive in-state travel, work outside normal office hours, and regular communication with university personnel and community professionals.
  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing accessible, quality education and fostering a safe and inclusive campus community.

Matching Summary

The Resource Family Trainer is responsible for delivering pre-service training and conducting home studies for prospective resource and adoptive parents in collaboration with DCFS.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Facilitating group training sessions
  • Conducting home visits and assessments
  • In-state travel with overnight stays
  • Delivering contracted training curriculum
  • Maintaining program documentation
  • Working outside normal office hours

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in curriculum development
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Trainer/instructor experience preferred
  • Ability to adapt to organizational change
  • Strong communication with diverse groups
  • Computer skills including Microsoft Office

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Master’s degree in any field
  • Two years professional experience with children and families
  • Certification in contracted training and home study models
  • Preferred: Master’s in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Education
  • Preferred: Professional licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC)
  • Pre-employment screening including background checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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