Investigations & Differential Response Practice Coach (Based in Fayetteville)

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

• Bachelor’s Degree plus one (1) year of professional experience with children and families;
• Professional Experience in mentoring, teaching, or training.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field;
• Professional Experience with child maltreatment assessments;
• Experience and training in curriculum development and training delivery;
• Professional experience with the Arkansas Division of Children and Family Services.

• Provide coaching of newly hired Social Services Specialists and Social Services Supervisors/Experts assigned to an Investigations or Differential Response Unit in the applicable DCFS area;
• Responsible for field coordination of all training activities in their assigned regional training area, including shadowing home visits and investigations;
• Attend Training of Trainers, DCFS mandatory training, and continuing education workshops when relevant to the position;
• Provide training or assistance with new staff training or continuing education as requested;
• Provide additional training as requested in designated areas.

• Work collaboratively with MidSOUTH training staff, DCFS staff, University Partnership staff, and other stakeholders;
• Coordinate and facilitate communication with assigned DCFS area;
• Attend quarterly academic partnership meetings;
• Participate in DCFS workgroups when requested.

• Maintain a monthly record of coaching activities and staff/university partnership contacts;
• Responsible for the timely completion of coaching-related assessments and surveys;
• Maintain entry of timely documentation within two working days of any coaching activities;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to travel extensively in the state, which will include overnight stays;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends;
• Possess exemplary public speaking and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to use customer service initiatives for clients and the campus community;
• Ability to work independently;
• Ability to meet multiple program deadlines, and manage multiple tasks;
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Applications, and Teams;
• Possess a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation;
• Ability to maintain a monthly record of contacts;
• Knowledge of the Arkansas Child Welfare System;
• Ability to train others.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.