Child Welfare Manager 1 (Training) - Ouachita Parish

State of Louisiana • Monroe, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position within the Office of Child Welfare plays a critical role in designing, implementing, and overseeing training systems that strengthen the capacity and effectiveness of Louisiana's child welfare workforce and related partners. The Department of Children and Family Services' mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

Requirements

• Seven years of experience in child welfare; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in child welfare; OR A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in child welfare; OR An advanced degree in a social science or behavioral health field, nursing, or a juris doctorate plus three years of experience in child welfare.
• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A current driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.
• The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).

Responsibilities

• Initiates statewide training needs assessments
• Develops and delivers highly technical, advanced training for diverse audiences.
• Drafts, manages, and monitors training-related budgets.
• Prepares reports and dashboards tracking.
• Supervises Training and Development Specialists and support staff.
• Participates in DCFS training, continuing education, seminars, conferences, and workshops
• The incumbent performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed