Foster Care Training Specialist

The Buckeye Ranch is seeking a Training Specialist to join our Foster Care department. The Training Specialist oversees all Foster Care Resource Family training and supports Child Welfare staff onboarding and department-specific training. Responsibilities include conducting training needs assessments, developing the agency’s foster care training plan, ensuring compliance with DCY regulations, creating curricula, scheduling and coordinating trainings, and selecting and monitoring trainers.

The role provides pre-service and ongoing instruction and collaborates closely with Foster Care staff, Child Welfare programs, and shared services. The position also participates in county, state, and national committees as needed. Flexible hours—including evenings and weekends—and travel to program sites in Newark, Cincinnati, Whitehall, and Dayton are required to support training operations.

For decades, The Buckeye Ranch has been restoring hope and providing healing for children, youth, and families in Central Ohio. Our continuum of care addresses every stage and aspect of what children may be experiencing after traumas caused by mental illness, abuse, or neglect. With help from The Buckeye Ranch, they’re empowered to overcome obstacles, tap into their resilience, and move forward toward healthy, fulfilling lives.

Full-time, Exempt (Mon - Friday, Normal Business Hours) Some evening and weekend requirements.

Benefit effective date:
First of the month following 30 days of employment.

• Wonderful medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (Three weeks within the first year)
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• 401K + Employer Contribution
• Non‑Profit Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Program

• You have a bachelor's degree in a human service related field.
• You preferably have an active LSW or LPC.
• You have at least three years of relevant experience.
• You have an active driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

Applicants are considered for all positions in accordance with statutes and regulations concerning non‑discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, non‑disqualifying disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. The Buckeye Ranch is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a substance and tobacco free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory pre‑employment drug screen, references, FBI/BCI background check, ARCS registries check, and SACWIS database checks.

At this time, The Buckeye Ranch is unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.