Job Description

Mechanicsburg Child Welfare Training Programs - Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg - (23006174)

Focuses on continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental functions and evaluates departmental practices to look for improvement opportunities. Manages and analyzes quality improvement efforts, develops protocols and policies, and oversees development of statewide implementation plans. Contributes to research that promotes child welfare. Assists in training and technical assistance procedures.

The Practice Improvement Specialist is responsible for responding to county public child welfare agencies and their partners in order to assist in enhancing child welfare practices for better outcomes for children, youth, and families. The Practice Improvement Specialist supports the implementation of the Pennsylvania Practice Model and statewide initiatives as requested by county and state governments and serves as a liaison between individual counties and the Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center (Resource Center). To improve outcomes for older youth, the Practice Improvement Specialist facilitates, coordinates, and participates in statewide meetings, and coordinates training and technical assistance related to older youth services. Older Youth Services include Independent Living Site Visits, older youth reports, Independent Living Meetings, Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network collaboration, Youth Retreat, and Youth Advisory Board. The Practice Improvement Specialist also supports state and federal quality service reviews and continuous improvement efforts across Pennsylvania. In collaboration with county agencies, and stakeholders the incumbent conducts ongoing on-site assessments, planning, development, monitoring, and delivery of technical assistance, training, and transfer of learning products and services. The Practice Improvement Specialist functions as a team member of the Organizational Effectiveness/Regional Team Department and other internal and external committees as assigned for the Resource Center. Bachelor\'s degree and one year of experience required. Master\'s degrees/MSW preferred and 5 years of experience in social work or closely related field preferred. Excellent interpersonal, writing, and facilitation skills required. Must have excellent analytical, problem solving, writing, change management, facilitation, presentation, and collaboration skills in order to promote interaction of the Resource Center/University with numerous diverse organizations, including universities, counties, state government and other public and private human service organizations. Must be able to travel long distances on a frequent basis, lift up to 30 pounds, and set up and prepare audiovisual equipment for meetings and presentations. A valid driver\'s license is required. Experience working with ethnically and culturally diverse populations preferred. A commitment to achieving equity and inclusion in the child welfare system is a must. Candidates who desire consideration for this position MUST apply online. Candidates MUST attach a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. Writing sample can be a full document or excerpt of a document, must be relevant to the position, should not exceed five years, and should be limited to no more than five pages. The Child Welfare Resource Center operates in a hybrid work approach where work can be completed remotely, in the Mechanicsburg office, and in the field as necessary and appropriate. Time for this position is estimated as 35% remote work, 5% in the Mechanicsburg office, and 60% in the field. Typical field travel will focus on the Western part of Pennsylvania, but some travel throughout the Commonwealth will be required. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required as a condition of employment. Please review the Posting Deadline at http://www.pacwrc.pitt.edu/HumanResources.html and for more information about the Resource Center, visit us at http://www.pacwrc.pitt.edu.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category Full-time regular
Campus Mechanicsburg
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor\'s Degree
Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample
Optional Documents Not Applicable

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