Responsibilities
Under the direction of the NFRC Assistant Director of Training, the Trainer will to provide training to mental health
professionals, educators, medical teams, and other child/family-serving professionals at contract, collaborator, and partner organizations locally and across the US and abroad.
The incumbent will utilize their mastery and thorough knowledge of the principles of evidence-based interventions, family prevention, as well as adult learning theory and practice to optimize the experience and knowledge acquired by trainees.
The incumbent will be responsible for providing direct training, ongoing consultation, and promoting quality assurance through monitoring fidelity to evidence based interventions, including the FOCUS model, and assist in the ongoing development and production of training and web-based materials.
The Trainer will be responsible for consultation to interventionists and leadership at partner organizations.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in a mental health related field (MA, PsyD, PhD or EdD) preferred
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred
Excellent written and spoken communication skills, including the ability to support trainees at a distance (via web-based and telephonic consultation)
Knowledge of manualized psycho-educational training programs and evidence-based interventions
Demonstrated ability to provide training to mental health professionals, educators, and medical providers
Ability to communicate complex information to people with varying levels of education and training and different learning styles
Ability to operate personal computers.
Demonstrated command of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and Power Point
Experience in providing training and other adult educational activities
Experience working with children and families
Experience in assisting with educational materials development for dissemination
Skill in keeping accurate records with demonstrated attention to detail .
Skill in developing rapport with individuals from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to learn and follow procedures and protocols
Skill in ethical and professional behavior
Ability to work effectively and closely with other members of the project team
Demonstrated ability to conduct resourceful problem solving
Ability to work flexible hours
Must have valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and access to an automobile
UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.