This position provides training and support to Resource Families, which includes foster parents, kinship caregivers, and non-relative family member (NRFM) caregivers. This includes pre-service training to prospective Resource Families, in-service training and support groups to current Resource Families, as well as special events and workshops. Classes are held via video conferencing platforms and/or on-site at our Santa Rosa campus. This is a great part-time opportunity for working professionals in the child welfare services field.

Classification: Reduced part-time, Regular, Non-exempt
Hours: 18-20 per month on weekday evenings and Saturdays
Compensation: $200/class + $20/hour for prep time

CPI is committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. Our staff represent our community and persons with lived experience in the areas in which we serve. Our goal is to employ a workforce that supports racial equity, values differences, and celebrates unique perspectives. Everyone is welcome at CPI.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education: graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Social Work, Clinical Psychology or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in developing and presenting training materials.
• Experience in cases involving children and families related to the child welfare system.
• Ability to collaborate with staff in a manner that is flexible and supportive yet ensures accountability.
• Communications: express ideas clearly, concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Practices effective listening skills. Positively represents CPI to clients, employees, and other community providers.
• Knowledge and experience in working with diverse populations, utilizing culturally competent, strength-based strategies.
• Knowledge/experience with domestic violence; parenting issues, child development and family resources.
• Strong time management and organization skills.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office suite, Google Drive, Zoom, etc.
• Spanish/English bilingual preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide regular pre-service training (Modules 1-6) to prospective Resource Families in a classroom setting using the County’s pre-approved curriculum.
• Provide quarterly in-Service trainings as needed.
• Provide individual sessions as needed to the families with barriers to attend the training.
• Develop knowledge about community resources.
• Attend annual Train the Trainer sessions.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs (supplies)
• Prolonged sitting and working on a computer and telephone.
• Prolonged standing and moving between buildings.

NOTICE: This job description is provided as a general summary of common job duties performed by individuals assigned this job title. It is not all-inclusive, nor is it intended to create a contract, written or implied, between employees and Child Parent Institute, nor does it in any way alter the at-will employment relationship that exists between employees and Child Parent Institute. As a condition of employment, all agency employees are expected to perform job duties assigned by agency management even when such duties are not included in their job description. CPI is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $1,200.00 - $2,400.00 per month

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