Family First Implementation Support Specialist (Contract)
Office of Well-Being, School of Social Work
Located in Deerfield, IL
Job Summary
As a part of the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA), the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign School of Social Work and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS) are collaborating to support the implementation of evidence-based interventions (EBI) to prevent child abuse and neglect in Illinois. The Implementation Support Specialist will support provider agencies implementing High Fidelity Wraparound as an EBI throughout Illinois to enhance family access to services, increase awareness, and general knowledge of the EBIs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide support to agencies implementing EBI and child welfare agencies to enhance access to services. This includes presentations to community stakeholders.
Support the development of effective strategies to advance the engagement/" buy-in" and ongoing skill development of stakeholders in the implementation of the FFPSA.
Implement strategies to foster engagement, coordination, and integration of evidence-based child welfare practices as required to achieve specified outcomes.
Create and maintain relationships with individuals on the FFPSA team and in the assigned department. Build collegial relationships with diverse professional networks and support program communications with stakeholders by providing program data and information.
Monitor and promote fidelity to the evidence-based models.
In collaboration with IDCFS, participate in the implementation of program evaluation and research activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
Two (2) years of professional work experience in public-sponsored, agency-based child welfare setting providing a combination of direct child welfare casework including Intact Family Services.
Demonstrated experience in using evidence-based intervention, using data to inform practice improvements, and facilitating professional groups.
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of professional work experience in public-sponsored, agency-based child welfare setting providing a combination of direct child welfare casework, including Intact Family Services.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search posting closes. Hybrid work may be considered for this position. The minimum of the salary range for this position is $62,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on May 13, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. Upload your cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact SW-HUMANRESOURCES@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
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