Training and Implementation Coordinator

UPMC•Monroeville, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Working with Program Directors, the Training and Implementation Coordinator develops and implements service models, training and coaching curricula, programs and related materials to provide new or enhanced behavioral health services through the Youth and Family Training Institute at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). The Training and Implementation Coordinator will also provide training, ongoing coaching, and technical assistance to assigned workforce program staff as they become competent in the services being implemented. This position is primarily remote and does require regular travel as needed to various locations throughout the state of PA to support the workforce with training and implementation of contracted program.

Requirements

Masters degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Education, or a related field required.
2 years of progressively increasing responsibility in child/adolescent behavioral health or related human services field, including service delivery, program leadership, implementation and staff development.
Providing staff and/or community training utilizing adult learning theory.
Ability to mentor others using craft skills and professional knowledge.
Ability to maintain staff confidentiality related to staff strengths and weaknesses.
Has a deep appreciation for the experience of parents who are raising a child with behavioral health needs and other involvement in the child serving system.
Ability to work with diverse groups in a culturally and linguistically competent fashion.
Ability to be assertive and diplomatic, possess excellent listening skills and a good sense of team process.
Possess superior organizational skills.
Strong knowledge of Trauma Informed Care principles.
Proficient in the appropriate use of current technology to enhance the training/coaching experience.
Ability to accomplish goals with self-sufficiency in a participatory culture, keeping others appropriately informed while moving the work forward.
Ability to travel routinely is required and supply own vehicle.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
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Responsibilities

Become a certified or credentialed trainer in models being implemented, as appropriate.
Ensure that trainings, curriculum, program materials and technical assistance are developed, vetted and approved according to YFTI standards prior to implementation.
Assist in the development, coordination and training for workforce program staff.
Provide onsite coaching and technical assistance for the workforce and support them in person and via telephone/virtually as they become credentialed and begin implementing interventions to ensure fidelity to model and YFTI standards.
Develop an evaluation and continuous quality improvement methodology to assure the effectiveness of training, coaching and technical assistance.
Create and maintain training materials, updating as necessary.
Develop and implement additional training and education as needed.
Develop resources and support for program implementation, including hiring guides, best practices for supporting staff, recruitment and marketing materials, problem solving strategies, case consultation, and other support needed to develop and implement new programs within agencies.
Participate in discussions with collaborating agencies, MCO's, county leadership and other stakeholders related to the overall training/coaching and technical assistance efforts.
Participate in the strategic planning efforts and contribute to the overall success of the interventions/programs.
Partner with program evaluators to support data gathering that documents both fidelity and outcomes for interventions/programs.