MAAFPA Community Trainer
University of Minnesota - 15th Ave - Minneapolis, MN
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Apply for Job Job ID364836 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Position Overview The Community Trainer position (Temp/Casual, 0001) is a university employee positioned in the Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare (CASCW) at the School of Social Work. CASCW has joined the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) in a joint project to co-create and operate the Minnesota Child Welfare Training Academy (MNCWTA). The Community Trainer serves as a critical member of the integrated teams of Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and the University. This position is responsible for using the MNCWTA curriculum to train child protection workers in Minnesota to ensure a competent workforce for the children and families in the state. The MN African American Family Preservation Act (MAAFPA) was passed in 2024 and seeks to promote family stability by establishing minimum standards to prevent the arbitrary removal of children from their families and improve permanency outcomes, including family reunification. In addition to New Worker Foundations training, as mandated for all new hires to county child protection agencies, MNCWTA also provides training for workers at all levels of experience to further their knowledge and skill in topics of relevance to their practice. This initial four-hour training course is designed to ensure all county workers are prepared to utilize active efforts in their casework with disproportionately represented families, with special emphasis on African American families. We are seeking to hire individuals for this position, to train in person at our Metro (Roseville) location. This initiative will be offered to Hennepin and Ramsey counties, beginning in November. The training of content / training of trainers will begin in October. Following this initial rollout, the course will be extended statewide. This non-benefits eligible position will work a variety of hours (typically a few days each month) over the course of the year and will fill out timesheets for the hours worked. Classes are currently being held in-person and over Zoom, using your personal technology. Typically training schedules are set six months in advance. Job Responsibilities Coordination 100% Deliver in-person and virtual training sessions using the MNCWTA curriculum for child protection workers in Minnesota. Train on the MN African American Family Preservation Act (MAAFPA) to ensure active efforts in casework, focusing on African American families. Collaborate with the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) and the University to support child welfare training initiatives. Conduct training for new hires and experienced workers to enhance their knowledge and skills in relevant child protection topics. Use personal technology for Zoom-based training and complete timesheets for hours worked, with a flexible schedule set in advance. Qualifications Required Qualifications High School Diploma/GED with three years of experience in and with communities that are historically and disproportionately represented in child welfare. We strongly encourage those with lived experience to apply. Demonstrated commitment to advocating for an inclusive environment for all backgrounds and identities. Must have at least one or more years of experience in child welfare or community capacity partnering with child welfare including a strong understanding of practical application of Active Efforts. Must have one or more years of experience working with African American individuals/families or individuals/families from a community that is disproportionately represented in the child welfare system. Possess knowledge on African American and other disproportionately represented social and cultural norms and historical trauma. Preferred Qualifications Ha a deep understanding of how the past impacts the present, recognizing Active Efforts that are critical in preserving family, respecting culture, and helping to break the cycle of families in the child welfare system. Is familiar with the harm that is created when removing children from their homes and communities. About the Department Department Overview Founded in 1917 on its Dakota homeland, the School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is part of a public, research-intensive university and one of seven administrative units in the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD). The School offers several graduate and undergraduate educational programs including: a PhD in Social Work; a Master of Social Work; a Master of Education in Youth Development Leadership; a Bachelor of Science in Youth Studies, and undergraduate minors in Family Violence Prevention, Social Justice, and Youth Studies. Underlying all these multidisciplinary programs is a social justice value base and a commitment to the most vulnerable and marginalized populations in our society. The curricula of our educational programs, and faculty research and engagement, intentionally seek to emphasize and expand anti-racist perspectives, social, economic and racial justice, and decolonization. The School is the home to a variety of labs and centers that actively involve our students, staff, faculty, and community partners, e.g., the Youth Work Learning Lab, the Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare, the Center for Practice Transformation, and the Minnesota Child Welfare Training Academy, an innovative partnership with the Minnesota Department of Human Services that is funded by the state legislature to further develop equitable child welfare practices. College Overview The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your 'My Job Applications' page and uploading documents in the 'My Cover Letters and Attachments' section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
Created: 2024-10-03