Trainer of Evidence Based Models

Good Shepherd Services•Bronx, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trainer of Evidence Based Models helps workers use evidence-based models and best practices to create positive outcomes for families in Good Shepherd’s care. The role supports staff in mastering the Child Success NYC model and other evidence-based models, integrating them into day-to-day casework, and maintaining model fidelity and sustainability. The Trainer collaborates with program leadership to strengthen staff capacity around new policies and best practices. The position is based onsite at 7 West Burnside Ave., Bronx, NY 10453. Hybrid schedules depend on program needs. It is a 35-hour, non-exempt position with a stated salary range of $50,000–$55,000, based on relevant experience and education. The role reports to the Program Director of Model Fidelity and Special Services.

Requirements

Approved Facilitator certification from the model developers.
High school diploma or GED required.
Exemplary facilitation skills.
Strong training and coaching skills.
Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exemplary clinical wisdom.
Ability and desire to work effectively with Good Shepherd Services foster care program populations.
Engaging presentation style.
Ability to maintain detailed and consistent documentation.
Commitment to the Good Shepherd Services mission and to using evidence-based models to further that mission.
Commitment to continuous professional development for self and others.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in TOT training workshops and consultations with model developers.
Facilitate parent and foster parent groups and maintain Approved Facilitator status.
Train Case Planners and Support Staff to conduct high-quality groups with fidelity to the model.
Guide staff in helping group participants apply skills in their daily lives, particularly toward reunification and reducing placement disruptions.
Observe assigned group sessions, rate fidelity, and provide facilitators with written and verbal strength-based feedback.
Track and monitor children ages 0–48 months entering and exiting care to assess eligibility for Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up (ABC).
Meet with participants to share information and recruit for ABC, PTC, and KEEP models.
Provide and document consultation for facilitators to support model fidelity.
Model and teach best practices for documenting groups in Connections and other data systems as needed.
Monitor and work to improve outcomes related to the model.
Monitor and assist staff in using model-related tools and tracking data.
Identify documentation issues and complete or facilitate data cleanup as needed.
Coordinate outreach across casework staff, Homefinding, Intake, and Support Services to ensure consistent participant recruitment and retention.
Coordinate group provision to meet participants’ needs, including timing and language.
Communicate and collaborate with consultants, other agencies, and ACS as needed.
Model and teach effective integration of models within the overall framework of Youth and Family Development.
Assist in creating and facilitating parent and/or foster parent advisory groups to explore continuous program improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.