Resource Family Trainer (based In Fayetteville)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $52,500 - $55,500; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Facilitating group training sessions
Conducting home visits for assessments
In-state travel with overnight stays
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, with direct supervision by the Resource Family Program Director.
  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing accessible, quality education and is an equal opportunity institution.

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

  • Facilitating group training sessions
  • Conducting home visits for assessments
  • In-state travel with overnight stays
  • Delivering pre-service training curriculum
  • Maintaining program documentation
  • Using Microsoft Office and AV equipment

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in curriculum development
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Trainer/instructor experience preferred
  • Ability to work outside normal office hours
  • Problem-solving and supervision skills

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 background checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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