Practice Improvement Specialist
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University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 07/18/2014
Working Title Practice Improvement Specialist
Job Classification Instructional Development II
Department Name 26218-Mechanicsburg Child Welfare Training Programs
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0112263
Hiring Range $38,688.00 - $63,336.00
Position Description
The Practice Improvement Specialist is responsible for responding to county public child welfare agencies and their partners in order to assist in enhancing child welfare practices for better outcomes for children, youth, and families. The Practice Improvement Specialist supports the implementation of the Pennsylvania Practice Model and statewide initiatives as requested by county and state government, and serves as a liaison between individual counties and the Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center. The Practice Improvement Specialist facilitates, coordinates, and participates in statewide meetings, coordinating trainings and technical assistance related to the Child and Family Services Review, Program Improvement Plan and continuous quality improvement including the Pennsylvania Quality Service Reviews. In collaboration with county agencies, Family Centers, and stakeholders, conducts ongoing on-site assessments, planning, development, monitoring, and delivery of technical assistance, training, and transfer of learning products and services. The Practice Improvement Specialist functions as a team member of the Organizational Effectiveness/Regional Team Department and other internal and external committees as assigned for the Resource Center.
Note: Position is located in Northeast Region, with travel to Mechanicsburg, PA office required. Travel is required for the position.
PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check andFBICriminal Record Check will be required as a condition of employment
For full consideration, apply on-line at and attach a cover letter, resume, and a non-returnable writing sample by August 3, 2014.
For more information about the Resource Center, visit us at
Education Required Baccalaureate
Overall Related Experience Level Required 3-5 years experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
Bachelor's degree in social work or closely related field required,MSWpreferred. Excellent interpersonal, writing, and facilitation skills required.
Minimum of three years' experience as a professional in the human service field required and Child Welfare experience preferred.
Must have excellent analytical, problem solving, writing, change management, facilitation, presentation, and collaboration skills in order to promote interaction of the Resource Center/University with numerous diverse organizations, including universities, counties, state government and other public and private human service organizations.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours
Campus Mechanicsburg
University Benefits
The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
o Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
o Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
o Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
o Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time
For more information regarding the University's benefits package, please
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).
Do you have a bachelor's degree?
Yes
No
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
How did you hear of this position at the University of Pittsburgh?
Career Development Center (CDC)
Chronicle of Higher Education
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (Formerly PA CareerLink)
Currently a University Employee
Pitt Career Services
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Pittsburgh Technology Council
PittSource Search
Referral (Friend, University Employee, etc.), please specify below
Internet Search
Other: (Please specify below)
Please specify from above (if applicable):
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
SampleOptional DocumentsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 07/18/2014
Working Title Practice Improvement Specialist
Job Classification Instructional Development II
Department Name 26218-Mechanicsburg Child Welfare Training Programs
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0112263
Hiring Range $38,688.00 - $63,336.00
Position Description
The Practice Improvement Specialist is responsible for responding to county public child welfare agencies and their partners in order to assist in enhancing child welfare practices for better outcomes for children, youth, and families. The Practice Improvement Specialist supports the implementation of the Pennsylvania Practice Model and statewide initiatives as requested by county and state government, and serves as a liaison between individual counties and the Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center. The Practice Improvement Specialist facilitates, coordinates, and participates in statewide meetings, coordinating trainings and technical assistance related to the Child and Family Services Review, Program Improvement Plan and continuous quality improvement including the Pennsylvania Quality Service Reviews. In collaboration with county agencies, Family Centers, and stakeholders, conducts ongoing on-site assessments, planning, development, monitoring, and delivery of technical assistance, training, and transfer of learning products and services. The Practice Improvement Specialist functions as a team member of the Organizational Effectiveness/Regional Team Department and other internal and external committees as assigned for the Resource Center.
Note: Position is located in Northeast Region, with travel to Mechanicsburg, PA office required. Travel is required for the position.
PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check andFBICriminal Record Check will be required as a condition of employment
For full consideration, apply on-line at and attach a cover letter, resume, and a non-returnable writing sample by August 3, 2014.
For more information about the Resource Center, visit us at
Education Required Baccalaureate
Overall Related Experience Level Required 3-5 years experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
Bachelor's degree in social work or closely related field required,MSWpreferred. Excellent interpersonal, writing, and facilitation skills required.
Minimum of three years' experience as a professional in the human service field required and Child Welfare experience preferred.
Must have excellent analytical, problem solving, writing, change management, facilitation, presentation, and collaboration skills in order to promote interaction of the Resource Center/University with numerous diverse organizations, including universities, counties, state government and other public and private human service organizations.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours
Campus Mechanicsburg
University Benefits
The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
o Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
o Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
o Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
o Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time
For more information regarding the University's benefits package, please
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).
Do you have a bachelor's degree?
Yes
No
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
How did you hear of this position at the University of Pittsburgh?
Career Development Center (CDC)
Chronicle of Higher Education
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (Formerly PA CareerLink)
Currently a University Employee
Pitt Career Services
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Pittsburgh Technology Council
PittSource Search
Referral (Friend, University Employee, etc.), please specify below
Internet Search
Other: (Please specify below)
Please specify from above (if applicable):
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
SampleOptional DocumentsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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