Position Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Training & Consultation Specialist for The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Under the supervision of a faculty member, conducts planning, development, training and technical assistance activities related to best practices in Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition ( PCAST ). Provides training and technical assistance in Person-Centered Planning ( PCP ),…
program design, program implementation 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 PCP ; 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 Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition ( PCAST ) 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 Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition ( PCAST ). Provides training and presentations about Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition ( PCAST ) to schools/districts and others statewide according to procedure. Develops project elements and timelines in collaboration with supervisor, PCAST coworkers, and DOE - OSE staff. Collaborates with other Boggs Center employees regarding Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition ( PCAST ) including data collection, evaluations, written and verbal communications, and information sharing. As required, conducts analyses and writes reports and other materials related to Person-Centered Approaches in Schools and Transition ( PCAST ). 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 2 years of professional experience working with people/students with disabilities, or a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field plus 4 years of professional experience working with people/students with disabilities, or a PhD in Special Education or a related field. Direct experience working with students with disabilities. Direct experience in Person-Centered Planning ( PCP ). 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.; and 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. Must be willing and able to travel statewide to provide training and technical assistance on site. Posting Number: 26ST1565

