Program Director for Child Welfare Education Partnership

Company: University System of NH
Location: Concord
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Program Director for Child Welfare Education Partnership Operating Title Program Director for Child Welfare Education Partnership Long Classification Title Project Director III Campus Location Concord Department GSC Education and Training Partnership [CMVRET] Summary of Position Reporting to and with broad administrative oversight from the Vice President of Finance and Administration, this position is responsible for the administration and direction of the Child Welfare Education Partnership ( CWEP ) program. The CWEP Program Director is responsible for the administration, supervision, coordination, and execution of a contract with the New Hampshire Division of Health and Human Services ( NHDHHS ) to provide a broad range of educational programs, research and development activities and other services for foster and adoptive parents, residential care providers and staff at the Division of Children, Youth and Families ( DCYF ). This position requires an individual with the intellectual capacity to view programs and activities delivered by CWEP within the overall structure of NHDHHS and analyze how the program's individual functions contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of training for the constituents the contract serves. The position also requires the ability to look beyond individual course and instructor evaluations and experiences to evaluate how the program is meeting the educational needs of DCYF's new and established workforce in order to perform their job functions expertly while delivering a high-quality support and interaction to New Hampshire families. The Program Director must possess the mental agility and intellectual flexibility to implement ongoing and systemic change throughout the training unit. Continuous Quality Improvement processes are key to the success of the contract. Acceptable minimum level of education Master's Acceptable minimum years of experience 5-7 years Additional Job Information Posting Number PS1752FY20 Other minimum qualifications Master's in Social Work or other appropriate academic discipline, with five to seven years of experience related to project specialization. Supervisory experience required.
Experience in educational program development and content; online program development and instruction; teaching adult learners; knowledge of the New Hampshire child welfare system; budget development and fiscal management; evaluation and assessment development and analysis.
Ability to design, conduct, and evaluate independent research and quality improvement processes.
High Degree of self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work with diverse constituencies at all levels of state government and colleagues nationally.
Travel as needed. Additional Preferred Qualifications Doctorate level degree (EdD or PhD) in an appropriate academic discipline. Salary Information Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status, genetic information, and political orientation. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Institution Information Posting Date 08/08/2020 Open Until Filled Yes Closing Date Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No Job Category Appointment Type Grant Funded If TERM position provide projected end date Equipment/Instruments DOT Safety Information None applicable Duties / Responsibilities Job Duties Duty/Responsibility Program Administration responsibilities include:
--- Ensure that the vision and mission of CWEP are aligned with DCYF and are flexible and responsive to shifts in the current philosophy and practice of DCYF leadership including the emphasis on birth parent and youth participation in all aspects of the program.
--- Coordinate and oversee the development of course content, program activities and training delivery including hiring and evaluation of program faculty and trainers.
--- Develop and implement an ongoing program effectiveness evaluation process. Produce a program effectiveness evaluation report in conjunction with a continuous quality improvement ( CQI ) plan, and report quarterly on the CQI process
--- Produce an Annual Report on program activities and outcomes as contractually obligated.
--- Collaborate with DCYF staff and other stakeholders to accomplish program objectives. Maintain a strong line of communication with DCYF leadership for program and budget expectations.
--- Continually reassess and maximize the effectiveness of the CWEP operational systems in coordination with the systems of USNH , GSC and DCYF .
--- Provide fiscal stewardship including development and monitoring of annual program budget, approval of contract expenditures, and ensure billing and contractual fiscal reporting requirements are submitted to DCYF in a timely manner.
--- Accountable for vision and direction of program marketing practices by ensuring that logo, bi-line, mission and vision clearly reflect both the DCYF Practice Model and Granite State College.
--- Instruct classes as needed.
--- Participate in national and regional training collaboratives. Duty/Responsibility Program planning:
--- Work in partnership with DCYF leadership to effectively assess training needs of constituents and perform annual needs assessment and training plans of resource parents, relative caregivers, residential providers and DCYF staff to inform program offerings.
--- Develop curricula, schedule and deliver trainings for resource parents, relative caregivers, residential providers and DCYF staff and other associated partners.
--- Actively engage with the program staff to ensure that all curriculum development, learning outcomes and language for all delivery modalities are current with DCYF practice.
--- Assure all instructors are trained in and adhere to the DCYF Practice Model while representing the program and DCYF with ethics and integrity.
--- Monitor ( DAPIM ) project management method to design, manage, and measure improvement and change and evaluation process.
--- Provide oversight on planning and delivery of events such as: DCYF Conference, NHFAPA Conference, Teen Summit, and Court Advisory Trainings.
--- Provide oversight for the coordination and planning of technical support for Better Together Workshops throughout the State. Duty/Responsibility Staff Supervision:
--- Provide direction and overall leadership to CWEP staff in all activities related to program implementation, delivery and maintenance.
--- Collaborate with program supervisors and staff to ensure program deliverables are met in accordance with DCYF and GSC's expectations. Review responsibilities and workload on a regular basis to ensure proper alignment with the goals of the contract and appropriate distribution across the program personnel.
--- Ensure CWEP participation in practice improvement committees as requested by DCYF
--- Provide oversight to ensure that program staff work cooperatively with resource parents, relative caregivers, birth parents, youth, residential providers and DCYF staff, GSC staff, child placing agency staff and community partners and other DCYF training partners.
--- Accountable for annual staff performance evaluations, approval of staff leaves and any other personnel matters involving CWEP staff and instructors. Duty/Responsibility --- Participate in committees as assigned by DCYF and/or the College such as: DCYF Leadership, New England Child Welfare Directors, Better Together Steering Committee Meetings, and any other groups necessary for effective and efficient program delivery.
--- All other duties as assigned. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Have you ever been employed by any University System of New Hampshire campus?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Have you ever been employed by a USNH institution as a work study or other student position?
    • Yes
    • No
    • If yes, which location(s): (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
    • Resume/Vita
    • Cover Letter
    • (3) Professional References Contact Info Optional Documents 5 Chenell Drive, Suite 301, Concord, NH 03301

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