Child Welfare Specialist

Child Welfare Specialist

Nashville ,TN

Rate :$23/hr on 1099

Hybrid

This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive Pre-Service and Specialty training to newly hired DCS staff as well as serving as an information liaison for new-hires during onboarding & throughout Pre-Service.

The ideal candidate will have direct child welfare experience and a strong background in training

delivery, with a commitment to trauma-informed care and the DCS Practice Model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Pre-Service Training to new DCS employees, covering:

• Fundamentals of Child Welfare

• Program-specific content based on assigned service areas (e.g., CPS, Foster Care,

Juvenile Justice)

• Trauma-informed case management practices

• The DCS Practice Model and Practice Wheel (Engagement, Teaming,

Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Tracking, and Adjusting)

• Self-care strategies and Motivational Interviewing techniques\

• Provide Coaching & Feedback to new hires based on field observation & identified

practice gaps.

• Facilitate Mentor Certification Programs

• Proctor Pre-Service Assessments and support evaluation processes

• Participate in Case Panel Presentations

• Participate in Simulation Lab activities (depending on location)

• Provide web-based technical assistance and support for virtual training delivery

• Utilize Microsoft Teams and other digital platforms to conduct and support training

sessions

• Collaborate with training team members, program leadership & regional leadership to

ensure consistency and quality in training content and delivery

• Travel –some travel will be required

• Mileage reimbursement will be available

Minimum Qualifications:

• One (1) year of direct child welfare field experience (e.g., case management,

investigations, foster care, juvenile justice)

• One (1) year of experience in training delivery, adult education, or staff development

• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams and other virtual training tools

• Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving training

environment

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience delivering training in a government or human services setting

• Certification or coursework in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing,

or adult learning principles

Work Conditions:

• Travel will be required for in-person training & coaching sessions as well as field

observations.

• Hybrid work environment with both remote and on-site responsibilities.