IPS Trainer

Park Center

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Job Summary

The IPS Trainer is primarily responsible for providing site-based and technology-based training, consultation, and fidelity reviews for programs implementing the evidence-based practice of Individual Placement and Support (IPS). IPS Trainers are responsible for training and supporting vocational teams, mental health practitioners, and agency leadership of contracted

Job Responsibilities

• Provides on-site and virtual training and technical assistance for the IPS model to supported employment staff, mental health practitioners, agency leadership, Vocational Rehabilitation staff, and others
• Organizes and conducts fidelity reviews of the evidence-based IPS model, appropriately shares findings from the reviews in professional written reports, and assists agencies with developing action plans for improving the implementation of the model
• Assesses current practices, organizational structure, and philosophies of agencies that are utilizing the model to better support implementation and growth of the IPS model within the agency
• Collaborates and communicates professionally with various stakeholders across the state of Tennessee to champion the IPS model
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Adheres to all agency policies and procedures
• Values cultural competence and diversity
• Collaborates with staff, members, and the community to gain the perspectives of others having diverse opinions, abilities, values, beliefs, perspectives, and ethnic or cultural backgrounds.
• Takes deliberate steps

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in human services, vocational rehabilitation, public administration, business, social work, sociology, organizational development, or a closely related field
• Experience working within a public or private human services or workforce development organization
• Experience as a trainer, consultant, and/or fidelity reviewer for the IPS model or similar evidence-based practice
• Experience providing training and technical assistance/consultation
• Experience performing fidelity reviews of behavioral health evidence-based practices
• Experience writing professional summary reports in a timely manner
• Knowledge of terms and best practices in both mental health and substance treatment and vocational rehabilitation
• Knowledge of the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model of supported employment
• Initiative: be a self-starter, learn and adapt quickly, manage a personal schedule with limited oversight
• Professionalism: present self in a professional manner with personal presentation and communication skills, ability to receive constructive feedback and incorporate feedback into practice
• Communication: provide clear direction, active listening, and conflict resolution
• Problem-solving: find creative and practical solutions to overcome challenges
• Time management: prioritize tasks, allocate resources effectively, delegate as appropriate, consistently meet deadlines
• Adaptability: navigate change and be flexible, lead the team through periods of transition
• Emotional intelligence: the ability to navigate conversations adeptly, actively listen, empathize, and tailor communication to resonate with employees
• Ethical leadership: uphold organizational values in all activities, demonstrate transparency and ethical behavior
• Technology proficient: Microsoft, Google, REDCap experience preferred
• Must have a valid Tennessee Driver’s License
• Must be able to show proof of personal automobile insurance
• Must be insurable under Park Center’s automobile insurance
• May have geographic residence requirements

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

Please apply on our company site: https://parkcenternashville.org/careers/

Details

• Date Posted: July 27, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Other
• Service Area: Other
• Salary Range: $66,960.14
• Working Hours: 37.5 hrs/wk