Trainer

TRAINER 4 (004164)

UCPath Position ID: 40057319

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1112726

Approved Date:

2/10/2026 4:51:39 PM

Date Last Edited:

2/10/2026 4:51:30 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

7/1/2015

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1180O

Organization:

LUSKIN SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Division Code:

1181D

Division:

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Department:

118700 - LADCFS UCLA ACADEMY WORKFORCE EXCELLENCE

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40057319

Position Description ID

170856

UC Payroll Title:

TRAINER 4 (004164)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 23

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40811581

Reports to Payroll Title:

TRAINING DEV MGR 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40064959

Department Head Payroll Title:

ADMIN MGR 1

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Trainer/Consultant for UCLA is part the LADCFS+UCLA Academy of Workforce Excellence (AWE) which is an ongoing contract with the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Families (DCFS), whereby universities in Los Angeles County with master's degree programs in social work provide training to new and current employees at DCFS, particularly new hire Children's Social Workers (CSWs), current CSWs, and Supervising Social Workers (SCSWs), as well as public health nurses (PHNs), managers and administrators, case aides, and other stakeholders. Master's degree in social work or closely related field, expertise in child welfare and training (live and virtual) experience as well as strong project management skills, interpersonal, presentation, collaboration, and facilitation skills are required.  The trainer/consultant also develops curriculum on a variety of child welfare topics present to DCFS employees at various levels within the organization as well as assist in delivering Seminars to DCFS Interns.  This position reports to the Center Director but is expected to perform at a high degree of professionalism and autonomy.

The LADCFS+UCLA Academy of Workforce Excellence (AWE) is an ongoing contract with the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Families (DCFS), whereby universities in Los Angeles County with master's degree programs in social work provide training to DCFS Employees.  The contract also provides curriculum design and development as well as professional development to DCFS staff at various levels on different child welfare topics, including but not limited to State Wide Standardized content for New Social Workers. 

Training Delivery

Provide training and curriculum development on a variety of child welfare-related topics to DCFS personnel at multiple levels, including newly hired CSWs, existing CSW staff, as well as possibly to SCSWs, managers/administrators, support staff, PHNs, and other stakeholders such as resource parents, mental health staff, judges/lawyers, etc.

Co-facilitate foundation training academy for new hires, coordinate with DCFS staff.  Support in the planning and implementation of training initiatives both State mandated and DCFS required. 

60%

Subject Matter Content Expertise 

Be involved in field/office-based coaching training as well as simulation field train as needed, providing substantive direction in a manner consistent with the practice model and the direction of the AWE.

Assist with training scheduling, planning, course development, development of learning objectives and abstracts, registration, simulation and coaching activities, and complete program reports, help design training evaluations, and other duties as assigned.

Facilitate trainee feedback in a skillful manner and take initiative to address training issues using subject matter knowledge and expertise to recommend effective training solutions and address training gaps.

15%

Training Assistance and Simulation

Design and participate in training activities, exercises, simulations, curriculum design, coaching, meetings, and develop training materials using knowledge of adult learning theories and principles.  Oversee and assist with developing contract trainers in delivery of training content, offering coordination and instruction to facilitate effective training delivery as well as linking content to other trainings as well as the DCFS practice model and mission.

15%

Evaluation Support

Analyze training issues and participate collaboratively with other university and DCFS training stakeholders to plan and strategize about effective training delivery and design.

Attend and participate in work groups and committees to plan, design, and as needed. Administer training evaluations by use of laptops or other technology as requested, including giving instructions to trainees, monitoring compliance, and trouble-shooting issues or questions that arise.

5%

Training Space Preparation and other duties. 

Set up and maintain training rooms as needed, including moving sets in simulation centers, arranging chairs and tables, preparing and moving flip charts and easels, distributing equipment, supplies, handouts, etc. Take responsibility for training experiences and trainees' needs. Other duties as assigned.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate from college with major in political science, social science or related field.

Required

And

Master's Degree

Master's in Social Work or related field.

Required

Or

Other Type of Degree

LCSW or DSW

Preferred

At least 5 years

of experience in a child welfare setting; definitive knowledge of public child welfare social work practice

Required

Demonstrated Training and Curriculum Development experience.

Preferred

Strong interpersonal, teaming, collaboration skills

Required

Demonstrated work ethic, personal responsibility for completion of work independently.

Preferred

Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to apply it in training delivery.

Required

Excellent communication, presentation, engagement, and facilitation skills.

Preferred

Familiarity with Los Angeles DCFS policy and procedures, practice, mission, and practice model.

Preferred

Commitment to diversity and cultural humility, culturally competent practice.

Required

Excellent administrative, writing, and coordination skills

Required

Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task, and handle multiple assignment in short time frames.

Required

Excellent writing, editing, grammatical skills as well as familiarity with powerpoint, excel, word and computer savvy.

Required

Graduation from college with a major in political science, economics, public administration, business administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

E-Verify Check: The position is funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requiring UCLA to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate(s) must pass the E-Verify check.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

1149 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

Communication skills

X

Numerical skills

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.