Contract Foster Parent Trainer

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Cleveland, OH

Position Type

Contractor

Education Level

None

Travel Percentage

None

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Contract Foster Parent Trainer

Location : Ohio

Position Overview

The Contract Foster Parent Trainer with National Youth Advocate Program works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children, youth and families served. This position is responsible for foster parent growth and retention statewide by ensuring that the organization's foster parents are provided with training and development in alignment with trauma informed practices.This is a remote, contract role in Ohio.

Pay : $45 hourly

Responsibilities

• Present the curriculum to the foster parents in 2 to 3 hour on-line training sessions.
• Be able to lead and direct conversations pertaining to the developed trainings.
• Implements trauma informed care centered training curriculum specific to the needs of traditional, specialized, and therapeutic foster parents.
• Attend Train of Trainers (TOT) as needed to gain understanding of Training requirements and training material
• Responsible for the knowledge of state specific rules, regulations, and policies related to foster care.
• Lending expertise in developing potential and existing foster parents in understanding the needs of the youth entering foster care, the expectation of mentoring primary families and the goal of reunification of youth with the primary family.
• Collaborates with organization and state leadership to implement / support foster care model trainings.
• Maintains all the necessary documentation required by the National Youth Advocate Program.
• Actively participates in the regular supervision process as scheduled.
• Travels as needed to collaborate with regional and national employees.
• Other duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Other Skills

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

www.nyap.org / employment

Who We Are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas : Prevention / Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification / Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth, and families.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.