Family First Implementation Specialist
Location:
Youth Research, Inc. (YRI)
25 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
Appointment Type:
Full-time, Hybrid Position
Salary range: $35.90 - $38.46 per hour
Position contingent on anticipated funding approval
Duties:
Under the supervision of the Director of Research and Policy, the Family First Implementation Specialist will play a critical role in developing the capacity of the Center for Excellence for Evidence-Based Implementation (CfE) by supporting the planning and coordination for the roll-out, implementation, and sustainability for key evidence-based programs. Key programs include Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT) as well as EBP practices identified within the New York State Family First Prevention Services Act, Prevention Plan. Housed within the Strategy, Equity and Advancement (SEA) department, the Family First Implementation Specialist will work closely with other key department staff and CfE staff.
To successfully manage these responsibilities, the Family First Implementation Specialist must possess skills that would enable them to effectively complete the following duties:
Serve as a point-person for EBP specific assignments, including conducting research, convening meetings, and developing timelines and workplans for EBP implementation
Work collaboratively with the Director or Research and Policy to develop implementation plans, application processes, readiness assessments, fidelity monitoring plans, and identification of continued training supports
Serve as a liaison between EBP training purveyors or other subject matter experts and the CfE team
Coordinate training of preventive agency providers in targeted EBPs
Oversee and support the process of fidelity monitoring checks and provide coaching and technical assistance to EBP providers both virtually and in person
Identify project opportunities and challenges and make specific recommendations for process, quality, and project improvement
Implement change management plans as needed
Track project performance using appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, fidelity monitoring tools, and techniques
Work closely with the Director of Research and Policy to support data collection activities, the development of resources to visualize patterns, and produce recommendations
Assist the Director of Research and Policy to ensure all necessary fidelity reporting data is managed, tracked, and reported in an efficient and effective manner
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or closely related discipline AND at least 3 years of experience in a clinical or client-facing setting OR 3 years of experience implementing or monitoring fidelity of an evidence-based practice OR a combination of that experience.
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field noted above AND at least 1 year of experience in a clinical or client-facing setting OR 1 year of experience implementing or monitoring fidelity of an evidence-based practice OR a combination of that experience.
Knowledge of child welfare/child and family well-being systems, the Family First Prevention Services Act, and related evidence-based programs
Knowledge or experience with Motivational Interviewing or Brief Strategic Family Therapy preferred
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Excellent and demonstrated ability to build, foster, and maintain internal and external relationships
Well-developed analytical skills with an ability to synthesize complex information and apply it to strategic recommendations
A basic working knowledge of data analytics, interpretation, outcome analysis, and statistically driven recommendations
Commitment to teamwork and proactively fostering a collegial work environment
A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging with experience working with diverse groups and populations
Intermediate-level computer skills required, including high proficiency in Word, Excel,PowerPoint and Outlook
Additional Information:
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. YRI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. YRI is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity. It is the policy of YRI to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying or for which they are employed. YRI does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADA.