Training Facilitator

Research Foundation of The City University of New York•New York, NY

3d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is seeking a Training Facilitator to join the CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) Office of Innovative Learning Solutions (ILS). ILS designs custom workplace learning programs and partners with organizations like the New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) to provide professional development. This specific role will support the ACS Workforce Institute in launching the Family First Prevention Service Act (FFPSA) training and coaching initiative, focusing on integrating Motivational Interviewing (MI) into practice for child welfare and juvenile justice staff and supervisors.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of public and/or private agency experience working within a child welfare or juvenile justice system.
A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a social service setting.
Ability to travel between program locations.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a continuous basis. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience using coaching and motivational interviewing.
Sensitivity and experience working with diverse cultural and linguistic populations.
Knowledge of Motivational Interviewing.
Ability to conceptualize, process, develop and implement projects in a timely manner.
Strong working knowledge of supervision and coaching on all levels.
Ability to speak to large groups and experience with facilitation.
Working knowledge of organizational development and change management theories and strategies.
Ability to positively engage with partners in various levels of hierarchy.
Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently to achieve necessary results.
Capability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects at one time.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Working knowledge of prevention service Evidence based Programs.
Commitment to a collegial workplace.

Responsibilities

Support efforts to promote and establish buy-in for the vision and planning related to building a learning culture and implementing the coach approach.
Collaborate with the ACS WI coaching team to establish alignment around the coach approach.
Facilitate individual and group coaching and feedback to help supervisors integrate coaching methods into supervision and support staff in practicing Motivational Interviewing.
Provide on-site technical assistance to aid in implementation and promote the consistent use of Motivational Interviewing in practice.
Assist with the design, pilot, and implementation of coaching opportunities for supervisors to support transfer of learning efforts.
Provides technical assistance to provider agency staff by conducting training, coaching sessions, and arranging meetings with internal ACS/OTWD staff and external stakeholders.
Work closely with a portfolio of Preventive agencies assignments across the 5 Boroughs.
Develop working knowledge in the continuum of Preventive Services with a specific focus on 2 to 3 Evidence-Based Models.
Work closely with the OTWD, Preventive provider community and other stakeholders to develop training to advance the use of MI skills to improve performance.
Establish a system for ensuring supervisory coaching is effectively implemented and monitored.
Attend a meeting with ACS leadership to discuss program status, updates, and strategies for continued improvement.
Public speaking, as needed, regarding the initiatives described above.
Participate in special projects, as necessary, and/or other tasks as assigned.
Complete reports summarizing and explaining data to record/convey work activities/findings/recommendations.
Participate in ongoing professional development coaching sessions with colleagues to enhance one's own professional development.
Perform day-to-day operational responsibilities, including the set-up and closeout of and closeout of learning spaces, including virtual training platforms.
Other duties as assigned.