Training and Consultation Specialist

Position Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Training & Consultation Specialist for The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the supervision of a faculty member, conducts planning, development, training and technical assistance activities related to best practices in Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition ( PCAST ). Provides training and technical assistance in Person-Centered Planning ( PCP ), program design, program implementation and program enhancement to school personnel statewide, with concentration on person-centered approaches for all students with disabilities, especially developmental. Responsibilities include collaborating with the New Jersey Department of Education's Office of Special Education ( DOE - OSE ) and other Boggs Center personnel conducting training and technical assistance in PCP ; developing, planning, and providing trainings; designing and disseminating instructional and other resources; project specific data analysis and reporting; and, responding to requests for information. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Develops training modules and materials related to Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition (PCAST) including video and other training technology. Delivers training modules to school/district personnel at designated locations regionally in keeping with DOE-OSE and Boggs Center agreement and expectations. Develops and follows a system to deliver technical assistance to schools/districts regarding Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition (PCAST). Provides training and presentations about Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition (PCAST) to schools/districts and others statewide according to procedure. Develops project elements and timelines in collaboration with supervisor, PCAST coworkers, and DOE-OSE staff. Collaborates with other Boggs Center employees regarding Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition (PCAST) including data collection, evaluations, written and verbal communications, and information sharing. As required, conducts analyses and writes reports and other materials related to Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition (PCAST). Minimum Education and Experience A Master's Degree in Special Education or a related field (Education, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, Speech Therapy, Psychology) and at least 2 years of professional experience working with people/students with disabilities, or a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field plus 4 years of professional experience working with people/students with disabilities, or a PhD in Special Education or a related field. Direct experience working with students with disabilities. Direct experience in Person-Centered Planning (PCP). Direct experience in special education. Direct experience in coordinating services for students with disabilities. Direct experience in coordinating complex collaborative projects and/or program development.; and Basic computer proficiency in word processing, video conferencing, data analysis programs, PowerPoint, and use of internet. City New Brunswick State NJ Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands: May need to lift weights up to approximately 25 pounds in order to move equipment and materials. Work Environment: New Brunswick based main office. Semi-private work area that is generally pleasant in a clean, well-lighted, quiet-to-moderatelyloud setting. Occasional early morning, evening, and weekend hours may be required. Must be willing and able to travel statewide to provide training and technical assistance on site. Posting Number

26ST1565

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