The UPP Coordinator will recruit students for the child welfare training program. Develop, train, and deploy field instructors to assure high quality field education experiences. Provide classroom instruction of the equivalent OCWTP Caseworker Core and provide linkage between classroom learning and activities that complement or augment application in field placement. Assess student learning needs and professional interests in public child welfare and provide supportive/advising services to UPP program students. Conduct regularly scheduled PCSA field placement site visits and assist UPP students with job preparation and job placement at the time of graduation. Specific responsibilities include: Recruit, screen, select, and orient students to the child welfare training program. Establish partnerships with Public Children Service Agencies (PCSA) in SE Ohio. Establish an evaluation plan to determine each student's progress and success in mastering learning objectives. Assess student learning needs and professional interests in public child welfare. Provide supportive/advising services to UPP program students. Conduct regularly scheduled PCSA field placement site visits. Assist graduating students in finding employment in children service agencies. Maintain student tracking and reporting requirements for students who have completed their one- or two-year commitment. Provide classroom instruction of the equivalent OCWTP Caseworker Core. Provide linkage between classroom learning and activities that complement or argument application in field placement. Attend Beginning Casework Core (Training on Content) by the State Training Vendor. Meet with course instructors to incorporate new training into the master syllabus. Participate in the OCWTP University Partnership Program work team which includes meeting with other coordinators for program evaluations, strategic planning, and updates on important statewide initiatives related to onboarding new universities and putting into place new action plans for the program. Position Profile Designs, conducts, markets, and supports community educational programs. Researches community educational needs and interests and develops educational programs and material in line with community needs. Organizes educational workshops for University and local communities. Level Summary Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.