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Child Welfare Foundations Training Team Lead
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University of Vermont is hiring a Child Welfare Foundations Training Team Lead to supervise Training and Coaching Specialists who design and deliver learning for Vermont's child welfare and youth justice workforce. The lead oversees the Foundations training program within the Vermont Child Welfare Training Partnership. The role is funded through Title IV-E and depends on continued funding.
Highlights
- Lead and supervise Training and Coaching Specialists delivering learning to the child welfare workforce
- Oversee design and delivery of training for caseworkers, caregivers, and community partners
- Develop and deliver adult learning curricula grounded in evidence-informed practice
- Train trainers and guide curriculum development
- Apply program evaluation to improve training outcomes
- Implement systems change initiatives with strong communication and conflict management
- Master's degree in social work or a closely related field and previous supervisory experience
- 2 - 4 years of supervision or program management experience
- Clinical licensure or a strong clinical background with child welfare families is preferred
- Anticipated pay of $79,000 - $83,000, with occasional evening and weekend work and some travel
Child Welfare Foundations Training Team Lead Full Description
Child Welfare Foundations Training Team Lead
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Position Details
Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title | Child Welfare Foundations Training Team Lead
Posting Summary | Provide leadership, supervision and oversight of Training and Coaching Specialists (TCSs) designing and delivering various learning opportunities for Vermont’s child welfare and youth justice workforce, caregivers, and allied community partners. TCSs develop, train, evaluate, coach and consult on a competency-based curriculum for state-wide training and education of the VT Child Welfare Partnership (VT CWTP) that falls under the research, outreach, and educational guidelines of Title IV-E of the Social Security Act. The (VT CWTP) partnership is a collaboration between the Vermont Department for Children and Families (DCF) Family Services Division and the University of Vermont Department of Social Work.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Master’s degree in social work or closely related field and previous supervisory experience required.
Desirable Qualifications | A candidate that has some of the following qualifications would be preferred:
Demonstrated experience in adult learning curriculum development, design and delivery. Experienced trainer in evidenced informed/based curricula specific to child welfare workforce, child protection professionals and caregivers Strong leadership skills, including communication skills, conflict management skills and experience implementing systems change initiatives. Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and training of trainers Experience with program evaluation Experience working in child protection, youth justice, substance abuse and adoption Clinical licensure or strong clinical background in working with families involved in the child welfare system, including foster, kin and adoptive caregivers. Experience providing supervision and/or program management of 2-4 years
Anticipated Pay Range | $79,000 - $83,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | No
Posting Summary | Provide leadership, supervision and oversight of Training and Coaching Specialists (TCSs) designing and delivering various learning opportunities for Vermont’s child welfare and youth justice workforce, caregivers, and allied community partners. TCSs develop, train, evaluate, coach and consult on a competency-based curriculum for state-wide training and education of the VT Child Welfare Partnership (VT CWTP) that falls under the research, outreach, and educational guidelines of Title IV-E of the Social Security Act. The (VT CWTP) partnership is a collaboration between the Vermont Department for Children and Families (DCF) Family Services Division and the University of Vermont Department of Social Work.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Master’s degree in social work or closely related field and previous supervisory experience required.
Desirable Qualifications | A candidate that has some of the following qualifications would be preferred:
Demonstrated experience in adult learning curriculum development, design and delivery. Experienced trainer in evidenced informed/based curricula specific to child welfare workforce, child protection professionals and caregivers Strong leadership skills, including communication skills, conflict management skills and experience implementing systems change initiatives. Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and training of trainers Experience with program evaluation Experience working in child protection, youth justice, substance abuse and adoption Clinical licensure or strong clinical background in working with families involved in the child welfare system, including foster, kin and adoptive caregivers. Experience providing supervision and/or program management of 2-4 years
Anticipated Pay Range | $79,000 - $83,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | No
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date | 10/12/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Job Open Date | 10/12/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Our Common Ground Statement
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title | Outreach Prgm Mgmt MG2 X
Posting Number | S6353PO
Department | Social Work Outreach/53055
Position Number | 011692
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
Posting Number | S6353PO
Department | Social Work Outreach/53055
Position Number | 011692
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
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- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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