Trainer of Trainer of Evidence Based Models

Good Sheperd Services

  • The Bronx, NY
  • $45,000-50,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:About UsGood Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference!
BenefitsFor Full Time Employees Benefits/Perks:
  • Tuition Assistance Program (Including Reimbursement for NYS LMSW Exam!)
  • Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays)
  • Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care)
  • 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time)
  • Candidates hired in this position will work in person but will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule following successfull onsite completion of probationary period and approval of program leadership
OverviewThe Trainer of Trainer’s (TOT) overall goal is to help workers use evidence-based models and best practices to create positive outcomes for the families in Good Shepherd’s care. Toward this goal, the TOT will support staff in mastering the Child Success NYC model along with other evidence-based models and effectively integrating them into day-to-day casework, ensuring model fidelity and sustainability. The TOT will also collaborate with program leadership to strengthen staff capacity around new policies and best practices.Reports to: Program Director of Model Fidelity and Special ServicesLocation: 7 West Burnside Ave., Bronx, NY 10453Hours: 35 Hours; ExemptSalary: $45,000 to $50,000Major Duties:
  • Participate in TOT training workshops and TOT consultation 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 working toward reunification and reducing placement disruptions
  • Observe all assigned group sessions, rate fidelity, and provide written and verbal feedback to facilitators using a strength-based approach
  • Track and monitor children entering and exiting care between the ages of 0-48 months to assess for Attachment by behavioral 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 related to documentation of groups in Connections and other data systems as needed
  • Monitor and work to improve outcomes related to the model
  • Monitor and assist staff in utilizing tools and tracking data related to the model
  • Identify documentation issues; complete and/or facilitate data cleanup as needed
  • Coordinate outreach efforts across casework staff, Homefinding, Intake and Support Services, ensuring a coherent and consistent approach to participant recruitment and retention
  • Coordinate the provision of groups to meet participants’ needs (timing, language, etc.)
  • 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 creation and facilitation of parent and/or foster parent advisory groups to explore opportunities for continuous program improvement
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, HS/GED required
  • Applicants must be Approved Facilitators as certified by the model developers
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
  • Exemplary facilitation skills
  • Strong training and coaching skills are a must
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Exemplary clinical wisdom
  • Strong desire and ability to work effectively with GSS foster care program populations
  • Engaging presentation style
  • Ability to maintain detailed and consistent documentation
  • Commitment to GSS mission and the use of evidence-based models to further that mission
  • Commitment to continuous professional development for self and others
Additional InformationGood Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that . We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our and , and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.

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