DSS INTERNAL CAPSS Trainer/ 61012474

Full Job Description

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you!

This is a South Carolina Department of Social Services Internal Position. Only current South Carolina Department of Social Services employees are eligible for this position. The selected candidate may be based in any county with occasional travel to Columbia.

Job Duties:

• The CAPSS (Child and Adult Protective Services Systems) Trainer serves as the training coordinator for the the Agency's regional office by participating in planning, designing, implementing, conducting and coordinating training.

Coordinates and delivers in-person and virtual training programs for Child Welfare staff. Develops and organizes instructional materials, content, and methods to meet learning objectives.

Provides advanced and specialized training, including serving as a backup trainer for pre-service certification programs and participating in agency training initiatives.

Participates in agency training initiatives and contributes to cross-functional projects, such as CAPSS work-groups.

• Coordinates curriculum development by reviewing, editing, and updating training materials. Evaluates existing curriculum for effectiveness and recommends improvements. Collaborates with IT and CAPSS to ensure alignment with system functionality and program requirements.

• Assists CWS Training Division by providing assistance when training needs are identified.

• Serves as a training consultant for assigned program areas and contributes to strategic planning efforts for Staff Development and Training (SD&T) initiatives.

• Coordinates training logistics including scheduling, securing locations and equipment, and managing classroom or virtual training environments. Monitors attendance and ensures effective delivery of training sessions.

• Will be required to perform Red Cross shelter/emergency response duties as directed.

Requirements

A Master's Degree and one (1) year of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or relevant program experience; or a Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of professional experience in social services programs, correctional, education, business administration, general administrative management, or relevant program experience.

Qualifications

Knowledge of DSS Policy is preferred and how CAPSS supports the practice. Certified in Child Welfare Services.

Additional Information

This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.

May have to work overtime, ability to operate a motor vehicle if necessary. Nature of work requires employee to be available regularly, to limit distractions and to adhere to confidentiality requirements. Staff are encouraged to enhance knowledge and skills through training opportunities. Must possess a valid driver's license.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exception benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vison, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION: Staff Development & Training / Statewide