Director of Training and Staff Development

About Us & Why We're Hiring

We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.

• Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys
• Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services.
• We serve thousands of children and families annually
• We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals
• We are seeking passionate people to join our team   

 If our mission resonates, keep reading.

• As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families.
• We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes.
• Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities
• Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.
  
  

The Position:

This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Training and is responsible for management of formal training programs, continuing education, onboarding, and
coordination of training and administration of EBP Programs.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain current registrations as Continuing Education Provider (APA CE Sponsor Program for psychologists and BBS for MFTs and LCSW)
• Coordinates with QA Director to ensure timely completion of DMH and CARF training requirements
• Monitor course attendance and completion of required course evaluations; provide participants with certificates of attendance for CEs. Maintain records as required by APA and BBS. Provide additional copies of attendance certificates upon request from staff.
• Oversee the supervision training programs for clinical and bachelor level (non-diagnosing) staff at Northridge and Palmdale sites.
• Respond to and disseminate information regarding upcoming trainings to service directors, division managers, and EBP Agency-Wide Administrators (AWAs) (FFT, PCIT, MST, HFW, Triple P, TF-CBT, MAP). 
• Support the development and execution of in-house EBP trainings as appropriate. 
• Oversee and support the implementation of the existing onboarding program ensuring alignment with agency standards.  
• Coordinate with HR and QA to reinforce onboarding objectives and determine role specific trainings.
• Provide service directors and supervisors with updates regarding changes in BBS regulations as well as other changes in mental health laws. 
• Hours: Full-time: minimum 40 hours per week.
• Starting Salary: $113,000 - $122,000

Qualifications

• M.S.W. or M.F.T. from an accredited school; licensed as an LCSW or LMFT by the California BBS
• At least 10 years of post-licensure experience in direct service and supervision
• Experience providing mental health services to highly traumatized children and families
• Strong organizational, supervisory, and program coordination skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Ability to lead, delegate, and inspire a culture of accountability and growth

We’re building a diverse, inclusive team

• You’re welcome here. We want CFGC to reflect the diversity of our community and flourish together.
• CFGC is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and strives to create a diverse, welcoming, and supportive workplace

CFGC promotes professional development and a healthy work-life balance

• Educational Assistance Reimbursement
• Great training/learning opportunities with a focus on clinical services
• Supportive, friendly work environment that prioritizes YOU
• Work-life balance – flexible time off policies
• Committees and workgroups that always strive to make CFGC’s workplace culture the best it can be.
• Premier Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, identity theft protection, Tickets at Work discount services, and even pet insurance policies!
• Employees in this role may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• And much more! Check out our full benefits summary https://www.childguidance.org/careers

*This job posting includes a summary of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this position. It is not a complete job description and is subject to change based on the needs of the center.