Position Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Training and Consultation Specialist for the department of Pediatrics at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the supervision of a faculty member, coordinates planning, development, training and technical assistance activities related to best practices in Community-Based Instruction ( CBI ). Provides training and technical assistance in Community-Based Instruction, program design and program enhancement to…
school personnel statewide, with concentration on person-centered approaches for all students with disabilities, especially developmental. Responsibilities include collaborating with the New Jersey Department of Education's Office of Special Education ( DOE - OSE ) and other Boggs Center personnel conducting training and technical assistance in CBI ; developing, planning, and providing trainings; designing and disseminating instructional and other resources; project specific data analysis and reporting; and, responding to requests for information. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Develops training modules and materials related to Community-Based Instruction ( CBI ) including video and other training technology. Delivers training modules to school/district personnel at designated locations regionally in keeping with DOE - OSE and Boggs Center agreement and expectations. Develops and follows a system to deliver technical assistance to schools/districts regarding Community-Based Instruction ( CBI ). Provides training and presentations about Community-Based Instruction to schools/districts and others statewide according to procedure. Develops project elements and timelines in collaboration with supervisor, CBI coworkers, and DOE - OSE staff. Collaborates with other Boggs Center employees regarding Community-Based Instruction ( CBI ) including data collection, evaluations, written and verbal communications, and information sharing. As required, conducts analyses and writes reports and other materials related to Community-Based Instruction ( CBI ). Minimum Education and Experience: A Master's Degree in Special Education or a related field (Education, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, Speech therapy, Psychology) and at least 3 years professional experience in the field of disabilities, or a Bachelor's Degree in a related field plus 5 years' experience, or a PhD in a related field and one year of experience. Direct experience working with students with disabilities. Direct experience in transition from school to adult life/employment for students with disabilities. Direct experience in Community-Based Instruction ( CBI ) for students with disabilities. Direct experience with Work-based learning ( WBL ) or Structured Learning Experience ( SLE ) for students with disabilities. Direct experience in special education. Direct experience in coordinating services for students with disabilities. Direct experience in coordinating complex collaborative projects and/or program development. Basic computer proficiency in word processing, video conferencing, data analysis programs, PowerPoint, and use of internet. City: New Brunswick State: NJ Physical Demands and Work Environment: Physical Demands: May need to lift weights up to approximately 25 pounds in order to move equipment and materials. Work Environment: New Brunswick based main office. Semi-private work area that is generally pleasant in a clean, well-lighted, quiet-to-moderatelyloud setting. Occasional early morning, evening, and weekend hours may be required. Candidate must be willing and able to travel statewide to provide training and technical assistance on site. Posting Number: 26ST1034

