University of Washington · 1 day ago
Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) Development & Facilitation Specialist, Alliance for Child Welfare Excellence
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$84K/yr - $92K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Washington is a leading educational institution dedicated to making a positive impact in communities. They are seeking an Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) Development and Facilitation Specialist to design, develop, and deliver training and curriculum for social workers and caregivers throughout Washington State, enhancing their capacity to support community wellness.
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Responsibilities
Work in partnership with Tribal, state, caregiving, and community professionals to review and revise existing learning materials, and develop new and innovative curriculum and supporting materials
Apply effective adult learning methodologies and techniques in developing curriculum and training resources using measurable objectives and innovation evaluative measures
Participate in on-going curriculum content and delivery reviews, evaluations, and observations to ensure that materials and content are accurate, effective, and meet the training needs of the audience and external partners
Work directly with other Alliance staff, contractors and community partners in the creation of effective implementation and facilitation of curriculum
Master facilitation skills for varied and diverse learners, including workforce, caregivers, lay advocates and others to ensure that measurable outcomes in values, knowledge and skill acquisition are being achieved
Facilitate both in-person and virtual offerings
Facilitate small and large group discussions while applying classroom management principles for diverse learners
Understand and apply effective techniques to ensure outcomes are achieved
Coordinate evaluation, education, training and coaching activities statewide
Prepare and adapt materials from accepted professional and educational sources for staff use in on-the-job training
Study and review state of the art informational materials concerning best practices, new training methods and techniques
Facilitate education and training logistics when needed
Participate and collect evaluation and outcome data
Network with local community agencies to promote and leverage resources in carrying out the Alliance mission and values
Work as a statewide team within the UW SSW Alliance in fulfilling and maximizing its mission, vision, and guiding principles, and specifically in curriculum development and delivery of training for child welfare and partner agencies
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, colleagues and partners
Participate in statewide workgroups related to all levels of trainings or other related topics
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Social Work
At least 3 years of related work experience in training, curriculum development, social services or Tribal relations
Knowledge of the principles and theory of adult learning and experience applying them to learner centered curriculum, materials and group facilitation
Knowledge of training presentation and facilitation methodologies and techniques
Experience facilitating diverse learning groups
Knowledge of the regional social, economic and environmental issues, differences and disparities which might affect the way in which training is offered and presented
Experience in working with Tribes, Indigenous communities and Indian families, including those with lived experience of power and powerlessness in social service, child welfare and protective services
Knowledge of Indian child welfare practice in Washington State and national issues and practice standards
Demonstrable working understanding of the Indian Child Welfare Act, Tribal sovereignty, and impacts of colonization on Indigenous families, safety and risk assessment, family preservation, principles of family-centered and child-focused practice, and principle and strategies for family engagement
Ability to work cooperatively with peers, supervisors, program managers to achieve organizational goals
Ability to make reasonable judgments in a complex and changing organizational environment
Expertise in building relationships with clients, staff and community partners; modeling and mentoring professional interactions and sharing constructive feedback leading to desired programmatic results and better outcomes for children and families
Ability to utilize research in the areas of child welfare, social work practice, the impacts of trauma and systemic racism in curriculum development and facilitation
Experience working directly with Tribes, Indigenous families, foster parents or other caregivers in their caretaking role, or personal experience as a foster parent or kinship caregiver
Note: Equivalent experience may substitute for degree requirement
Benefits
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Company
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