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Child Welfare Training and Advancement Program (CWTAP) Director

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Position Number: 5455094
Location: Cheney, WA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Social Work

Child Welfare Training and Advancement Program (CWTAP) Director

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelors and masters degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 22-23 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place-the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:

The Child Welfare Training & Advancement Program (CWTAP) in the School of Social Work is currently seeking applicants for a CWTAP Director. This position is part of the College of Professional Programs at Eastern Washington University.

The Child Welfare Training and Advancement Program (CWTAP) is a partnership between the Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF), University of Washington (Seattle and Tacoma), Partners for Our Children, and the Alliance for Child Welfare Excellence. CWTAP prepares baccalaureate and graduate-level social work students for a career in public child welfare. The program admits current and prospective DCYF employees attending Eastern Washington Universitys Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) program(s).

The Director is responsible for the overall development, coordination, and administration of CWTAP for all CWTAP sites, staff, and students. The Director works directly with the Office of Field and Part-Time Program Directors regarding practicum placement of CWTAP students. The Director acts as a liaison with social work faculty and provides oversight of the CWTAP contract integrity, budget management, and ensures federal regulations are met. The Director is expected to develop and maintain ongoing relationships with DCYF in all six (6) regions, as well as other stakeholders for the CWTAP.
The Director supervises CWTAP staff consisting of field instructors, program coordinators, and a fiscal specialist throughout the state in Cheney, Spokane, and Everett. The field instructors and program coordinators are stationed at various DCYF offices. The Director oversees CWTAP communication and provides instruction and consultation to the field instructors, program coordinators, and fiscal specialist regarding CWTAP operations, policies and procedures.
The Director is responsible for the development and implementation of a plan for recruitment, application, selection and retention of CWTAP students. This requires active recruitment efforts at key times throughout the year in an effort to maximize enrollment, including marketing CWTAP during BASW and MSW application and enrollment periods for the full and part-time programs, as well as conducting interviews for admission into CWTAP soon after students are informed of their admission into the EWU Social Work programs.
The salary for this position is $91,284 (minimum) up to $127,795 (end-range). The end range for this position may be considered or merited due to exceptional education, experience and skill consideration.
In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and their eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.
See Job Duties section for detailed description of the positions responsibilities.
Applications will be accepted until filled and application review will begin August 1, 2024. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Required Qualifications:

A Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE accredited program.
A minimum of 48 months of progressive experience planning, administering, supervising, or training professional staff in child welfare services or a related field.
Experience working with local, state, federal and tribal agencies.
Experience in program administration and development.
Experience as a practicum instructor, educator or teacher.
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively.
Demonstrated experience working in diverse communities and commitment to culturally responsive practice.
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to produce correspondence and reports.
Demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm for the profession of social work and public child welfare practice.
Ability to travel, including overnight and air travel.
Valid Washington State Drivers License and reliable transportation.
Ability to pass background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with grant administration
Experience with Title IV-E Child Welfare education programs and partnerships

Other Skills and Abilities:

Flexibility
Collaboration
Communication
Teamwork
Time Management
Attention to Detail

Job Duties:
Management

Manage and coordinate CWTAP at the various sites (Cheney, Spokane, Everett and Vancouver).
Facilitate regular meetings with program staff and students.
Maintain student files to meet the requirements of DCYF and our federal partners.
Conduct administrative functions associated with students who may request a leave, withdraw or be terminated from CWTAP.

Percent of Time: 15

Budget

Monitor budget and program expenditures. Assist in the development of the annual CWTAP plan and budget including negotiations with the Alliance and DCYF.
Review and approve quarterly CWTAP tuition disbursement amounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with contract.

Percent of Time: 10

Grant Administration

Work with CWTAP fiscal specialist in preparation of invoices and quarterly and annual reports.
Coordinate with field instructors, fiscal specialist and program coordinators to ensure all Title IV-E requirements are being followed.
Stay informed on changes in grant requirements and legislative updates and attend national IV-E roundtable meetings as necessary.
Ensure IV-E certification forms are completed and filed appropriately according to state and federal regulations.
Develop a program that provides an educational climate that challenges students to expand professional skills, knowledge, and values; including culturally competent services for a diverse client base.

Percent of Time: 15

Collaboration

Work with SSW Director of Field to assist field instructors in the development of quarterly syllabi for foundation and advanced field placement practicums.
Work with SSW Director of Field to assist field instructors in developing and facilitating practicum seminars.
Work with SSW Director of Field in developing practicum opportunities for students that follow Title IV-E guidelines and meet School of Social Work standards and policies.
Strive to increase positive perceptions toward child welfare practice among students, faculty, DCYF and the community.
Meet with students at least annually to seek their feedback on CWTAP, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
Participate in local and statewide CWTAP and partnership meetings.
Work with UW and UW-Tacoma in the planning and implementation of the annual CWTAP Student Institute.
Regularly host the Student Institute on a rotating basis with UW.
Work with field instructors and students in developing presentations for the annual Student Institute.
Explore, develop and promote collaborative partnerships with our grant Partners and the community.
Represent CWTAP and the EWU School of Social Work at Regional Advisory Group meeting(s) and DCYF Regional Management team meetings.
Serve as a liaison between DCYF and EWU CWTAP.
Collaborate with the EWU School of Social Work, including the Chair/Director, MSW Program Director, BASW Program Director, Field Director, and Graduate Advisor to promote enrollment of students into CWTAP and the BASW and MSW programs, coordinate practicum placements for CWTAP students, resolve any CWTAP student issues and assist the Social Work program in any efforts to aid students in their educational success.
Collaborate with the CWTAP Directors at the UW School of Social Work in Seattle and UW Social Work Program at UW-Tacoma, the Alliance Director, Partners for Our Children (P4C) and other members of the Alliance to coordinate services, including the annual update of the CWTAP plan and budget, maintaining an updated operations manual, and the development of CWTAP evaluation efforts.

Percent of Time: 45

Recruitment, Supervision, and Support

Develop ongoing student recruitment efforts focusing on the full- and part-time program sites, designated DCYF sites, and surrounding communities and tribes.
Recruit and hire staff and field instructors as needed.
Supervise program staff consisting of field instructors, fiscal specialist and program coordinators.
Work with field instructors to ensure CWTAP instruction and content is current and meets IV-E guidelines.
Participate in and develop curriculum in the area of child welfare.
Prepare annual evaluations of staff and faculty working with CWTAP in collaboration with School of Social Work Chair/Director and Personnel Committee.

Percent of Time: 15
Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
All new employees will comply with EWU immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Upon hire, all new faculty and staff are required to complete DEI/Title IX/Hazing Training. This should be completed as soon as possible, but no later than the first few weeks of your hire. You can access the online training here or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources site https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training-resources/ under the Required heading.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Salary Information:

$91,284 (minimum) up to $127,795 (end-range). The end range for this position may be considered or merited due to exceptional education, experience and skill consideration.

Posting Date: 07/22/2024
Open Until Further Notice: Yes
Closing Date:
Screening to Begin: 08/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/12577

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