NHS Human Services, Inc.

Position Summary

Michigan State University actively promotes dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The MSU School of Social Work is dedicated to educating students for ethical, competent, responsive, and innovative social work practice, and to conducting and disseminating high quality research that improves the well-being of the most vulnerable in society. Our teaching, research, and outreach synergistically promote social justice, positive change, and solutions to the problems facing diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. More than 650 students are enrolled in our CSWE-accredited BASW and MSW programs, and PhD program.

The Kinship Care Resource Center (KCRC) is one of four community programs in the School of Social Work at Michigan State University. The Kinship Care Resource Center provides statewide support, information, and referrals for kinship caregivers through a website, toll-free phone line, and community outreach. The Training Coordinator plays a critical role in advancing the organization's mission by designing, implementing, and evaluating a training program that systematically supports the knowledge skills and abilities of staff engaged in delivering the Kinship Support Program model. This position is also responsible for driving continuous improvement (CQI) initiatives across the organization, ensuring that processes and outcomes meet the highest quality standards. The coordinator works closely with program leaders to identify development needs, facilitate learning opportunities, and lead quality improvement projects that contribute to the study design outcomes and the mission. This role requires a blend of instructional design expertise, analytical skills, and commitment to improved outcomes for kinship caregivers.

The primary functions of this role include:

• Implementation and co-design of the KCRC training plan
• Design, lead, deliver, and recruit trainers for onboarding and in-service training sessions for KCRC and partner staff.
• Collaborate and meet with vendors to support training plan success
•  Engage in ongoing assessments to track use of and need for ongoing learning and coaching opportunities to support implementation of the KCRC practice model.
• Collect and analyze pre/post-test knowledge checks, feedback forms, and track attendance to ensure the effectiveness of training programs.
• Lead and collaborate on Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives by analyzing performance data and ensuring fidelity and alignment with practice model standards.
• Provide feedback to MichiKIN partner supervisors and partner agencies on employee engagement, retention, and the application of training materials.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, maintain accurate records, and report findings to leadership.
• Collaborates with Kinship team leaders on strategies to enhance implementation discuss trends, facilitate change processes, contribute to a culture of learning, and drive activities that systematically support positive outcomes for kinship families across the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Social Work, Adult Education, Organizational Development, Curriculum Development, or related field

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in social work, adult education, organizational development, curriculum development, or related field with a minimum of one year experi