Child Protective Services Trainer

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Introduction

Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy, while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington DC, Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.

Loudoun County Department of Family Services seeks a dedicated, professional candidate for its Child Protective Services Trainer position. The successful candidate will join the prevention and protection services division and the diverse department that envisions better health, safety, and well-being for all. The Department supports individuals and families in the community to live their best lives while advocating for those most vulnerable and respecting their right to self-determination.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

Job Summary

Loudoun County Child Protective Services (CPS) seeks a knowledgeable, motivated, and skilled trainer to develop and lead practical training sessions for Child Protective Services (CPS) staff involved in Intake, Investigations, Assessments, and In-Home Services. The CPS Training Specialist will be responsible for creating new curricula, updating existing ones, providing practical coaching, guiding, and evaluating the development of new hires through a structured onboarding process, and supporting the growth of experienced staff in collaboration with assigned supervisors.

In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring our CPS staff are equipped with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively protect and support children and families. Your expertise will directly influence the safety and well-being of our community's most vulnerable members. The training programs you develop will improve our team's capabilities and foster a culture of continuous quality improvement and best practices, thereby strengthening and sustaining our workforce.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Training Design & Delivery

Develop and facilitate engaging, interactive training on various critical topics, including:

• Family Engagement Strategies.
• Safety and Risk Assessments.
• CPS Intake, Family Assessments, Investigations, and In-Home Services.
• Relevant Laws, CPS Policy, and State Guidance.
• Cultural Humility, Bias Awareness, and Trauma-Informed Practice.
• Evidence-based Modalities and Techniques.
• Service Planning, Progress, and Outcome Monitoring.
• Accurate and Timely Case Documentation.

• Develop and revise manuals, learning guides, e-learning modules, and handouts.
• Conduct training needs assessments and gather feedback from staff and supervisors.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and make data-informed adjustments.

• Partner with supervisors and Senior staff to ensure field and training alignment.
• Promote a supportive and engaging learning culture.
• Coordinate with state and regional training partners.
• Administrative & Evaluation Tasks.
  
• Maintain onboarding and training schedules and records.

• Effectiveness of Learning Outcomes.
• Learner Engagement and Satisfaction.
• Knowledge Retention and Practical Application.
• Behavioral Changes.
• Return on Investment (Cost Savings, Increased Productivity, Improved Organizational Performance).
• Completion Rates.
• Professional Growth/Promotion.
• Facilitator/Instructor Performance.
• Retention and Attrition Rates.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field; OR, a Bachelor’s degree in any field with a minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience in a human services area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work, human services, education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Virginia CPS policy, family services systems, and In-Home practice.
• Proven training or adult education experience with certification or formal training in Motivational Interviewing, Forensic Interviewing, and Train-the-Trainer.
• Familiarity with OASIS, SafeMeasures, and COMPASS.
• Instructional design or e-learning content creation.
• Bi-lingual skills in Spanish and English.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

• Pass pre-employment background checks to include criminal, credit, CPS/APS, and DMV.
• Have a valid driver’s license and good driving record (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification).
• Hold or obtain certifications such as CPR if required for assigned position.
• Obtain specific training such as CPS/Foster Care/APS state training as required or desired for assigned area.