The Ruth Young Social Impact Institute at the University of
Maryland School of Social Work has an opportunity for a Senior
Technical Assistance and Training Specialist. This position
will lead model implementation for community-based and
evidence-based programs across the state, including but not limited
to training and guidance around best practices among those who hold
a variety of positions including clinicians, direct care staff,
supervisors, administrators, and policy makers. The Senior
Technical Assistance and Training Specialist will provide programs
with regular oversight through the application of data reports and
evaluation of implementation strengths and challenges. The selected
candidate will also be responsible for the development of resources
and facilitation of meetings that improve partnership among local
programs and their referral sources using implementation science
and continuous quality improvement to make data driven decisions.
This individual will also collaborate with state partners to assess
and develop technical assistance plans to support and improve
collaboration among key stakeholders and model providers.
The School of Social Work is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in this area. The ideal candidate should possess experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds; ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members; and has demonstrated skill in understanding of cultural differences.
Benefits Information
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
Essential Functions:
The School of Social Work is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in this area. The ideal candidate should possess experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds; ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members; and has demonstrated skill in understanding of cultural differences.
Benefits Information
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
Essential Functions:
- Maintains expert knowledge of community-based implementation and engages in ongoing professional development specific to the models being supported.