Part-Time Leadership Facilitator

Primary Location: Hunter College

About the role

The Administration for Children’s Services’ Office of Training and Workforce Development and City University of New York Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work partnered to launch the Institute for Leadership Development. The Institute’s mission is to strengthen leaders working within public and private child welfare and juvenile justice agencies in New York City to promote psychologically safe work environments that embrace equity, transparency, and innovation.

We are seeking a part-time Leadership Facilitator to provide high-quality facilitation for the Leading and Exploring Through Accountability and Development (LEAD) program. The LEAD program integrates the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute (NCWWI) evidence-informed leadership training with group coaching and intentional community building sessions to effect system-wide change. Participants will work on change initiative projects addressing:

• Leadership development, pipeline planning, strategic talent management, and managing a multi-generational workforce;
• Social justice, racial equity, diversity, inclusion, and systemic oppression;
• Developing strategic partnerships with city agencies, community partners, and advocates.

The Leadership Facilitator will support LEAD participants by providing training, ensuring successful implementation of learning within their organizations and communities, and supporting the Leadership Coach with Intentional Community Building Sessions.

Responsibilities

• Attend all in-person training program sessions and work as part of a team to effectively facilitate program delivery, driving coherence and meaning throughout the curriculum.
• Support overall curriculum design and development of leadership training programs.
• Assist with the preparation of all instructional materials, including presentations and handouts for each learning session or event.
• Work with talented, mission-driven peers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ensure learning outcomes and objectives for each session of the leadership program are met across multiple training locations and virtually.
• Apply adult learning concepts and foster an effective learning environment for participants.
• Create an environment of experiential learning to support the development of leaders’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in child welfare and juvenile justice.
• Complete training preparation, collaborate with other coaches and facilitators, and engage in ongoing professional development.
• Motivate and inspire leaders by facilitating discussions using practical examples and real-life experiences.
• Perform day-to-day operational responsibilities, including set-up and closeout of learning spaces, including virtual training platforms.
• Complete required reports (such as attendance rosters and communications) as needed.
• Collaborate with leadership coaches to support the successful development of program participants.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings for the Institute for Leadership Development and organization-wide.
• Provide ongoing transfer of learning opportunities, including individual and group consultation, onsite/virtual support, and coaching as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, adult learning, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• At least two years of experience facilitating in postsecondary or professional learning environments.
• At least five years of human services or related experience. Direct care/service child welfare experience a plus.
• Strong presentation skills in multiple modes to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate learning using industry best practices for training strategies, classroom management, and participant engagement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment with multiple priorities while maintaining composure and flexibility.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to independently resolve routine and complex issues.
• Superb time management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple events simultaneously at a rapid pace with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in an ever-changing environment and growing organization.
• Self-motivated individual who demonstrates initiative without waiting for direction.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, establish rapport at all levels of the organization, and relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 30 lbs.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools.
• Ability to travel for different events and learning sessions.

Pay

$85.00–$97.00 hourly

Benefits

RFCUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package.