Statewide Resource Home Study Coordinator

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Required Education and/or Experience:

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field with appropriate professional licensure if applicable, e.g., LMSW, LPC;
• Three (3) years of professional experience with children and families (public child welfare preferred), child welfare, foster care, or adoption services, with a focus on home study assessments;
• Professional knowledge and experience with resource home studies.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master's degree in social work with appropriate professional licensure, e.g., LMSW, LCSW;
• Knowledge, training, and experience in the SAFE Home Study model;
• Professional experience as a SAFE Evaluator and a SAFE Home Study Supervisor;
• Knowledge of the Division of Children and Family Services approved training curriculum;
• Knowledge of related DCFS policies and procedures;
• One (1) year of supervisory experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Oversight:

• Coordinate and manage the statewide home study process for resource, adoptive, and kinship care families;
• Ensure all home studies meet regulatory requirements and agency standards for thoroughness, accuracy, and timeliness;
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the home study process;
• As needed, provide the coordination and facilitation of the approved pre-service training for approved participants referred by DCFS at least two (2) times per year;
• Responsible for monthly program reporting in collaboration with the Resource Family Program Director;
• Serve on the search committee for any vacant Resource Family Trainer positions.

Training and Quality Assurance:

• Provide training and ongoing support for full-time and part-time staff conducting home studies;
• Provide individual consultation and training to enhance the skills and knowledge of full-time and part-time staff;
• Coordinate the full-time and part-time staff home study assignments;
• Ensure all home studies are conducted in compliance with state requirements;
• Conduct audits and evaluations to maintain program integrity;
• Facilitates the contracted pre-service training curriculum with prospective resource parents who meet the Division's approval standards;
• Conducts the contracted home study model on prospective resource homes following the criteria set out in the Minimum Licensing Standards for Child Welfare Agencies, Standards for Approval of Foster and Adoptive Homes, and the contracted home study model protocols;
• In partnership with the Resource Program Director, address and resolve any issues or complaints related to the home study process.

Fidelity Monitoring and Data Management:

• Ensure the program's fidelity and contract deliverables are met;
• Responsible for observing, mentoring, and coaching full-time and part-time staff in continuous quality improvement of the resource family trainers;
• Serve as a liaison as a part of the referral process in partnership with DCFS staff;
• Attend Area Resource meetings;
• Provide oversight of data entry, data management, and monthly reporting of data;
• Oversee program documentation, evaluation process, and reporting requirements;
• Prepare reports for leadership and state officials as required.

Supervision and Coordination:

• Coordinate the delivery of the statewide home studies;
• Coordinate training for newly hired full-time and part-time staff in the approved home study model;
• Provides direct supervision of assigned Resource Family Trainers;
• Provide input to other Statewide Resource Coordinators on staff performance related to program implementation;
• Complete the annual performance evaluations for their direct reports;
• Oversee home study assignments for full-time and part-time staff;
• Review weekly home study spreadsheets for direct reports to monitor performance;
• Schedule weekly meetings with direct reports;
• Attend weekly lead meetings with the Program Director;
• Approve leave and expense reports for direct reports;
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Arkansas child welfare system;
• Knowledge of conducting home studies, including home visits;
• Knowledge of Database Management & Reporting;
• Ability to use assessment tools/collect data;
• Ability to travel in-state and out-of-state with overnight stays;
• Ability to lead and supervise staff;
• Ability to meet multiple program deadlines and manage multiple tasks;
• Ability to coordinate and conduct training programs;
• Ability to prepare reports, maintain records, and ensure documentation in compliance with contract deliverables;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends;
• Ability to adapt to organizational change and handle multiple tasks;
• Computer skills include Microsoft Office and the ability to operate Web-based platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.).

Additional Information:

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.

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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.