PRIDE Trainer, School of Social Work

Job Summary

Funded by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS), responsible for facilitating training for the PRIDE Foster and Adoptive Parent Training Program to prospective, relative/fictive kin, licensed, and adoptive/sub-guardianship caregivers across Illinois through web-based, instructor-led, and hybrid learning formats for the Learning and Development Unit within the Office of Learning and Professional Development (OLDP).

• Training Facilitation

  Facilitating a combination of in-person, virtual, and on-demand training based on approved DCFS caregiver curricula. Facilitating all three formats, adapting to varying training assignments depending on demand. Travel for in-person training is required le efforts are made to limit travel within geographic regions, PRIDE is a statewide program and at times there may be statewide travel associated with training assignments.

• Data Management and Administrative Support

  Responsible for data entry, ensuring the timely submission of required paperwork, and managing workflows to meet deadlines. This includes reviewing and managing training schedules to avoid conflicting assignments and monitoring hours to ensure compliance with the 40-hour weekly limit based on their job classification. Submit payroll and travel documentation in accordance with UIUC payroll and mileage guidelines.

• Staff Development and Additional Responsibilities

  Participate periodically in staff development activities and meetings, supporting the ongoing growth of the team. Assigned to individual, or group projects related to training, curriculum development, or other tasks that ensure the successful delivery of caregiver training programs. Travel for in-person work groups, staff development, and staff meetings is required le efforts are made to limit travel within geographic regions, PRIDE is a statewide program and at times there may be statewide travel associated with assignments, staff meetings, and/or staff development.

Employee is responsible for securing their own personal desktop or laptop computer to perform the work of this position and is expected to have a designated space where they can host presentations to a professional audience.

Travel required.

Bachelor's degree. A minimum of 5 years of recent experience as a licensed Foster and/or Adoptive Parent with knowledge of child welfare practices in Illinois, or 3 years of recent experience as a child welfare professional in a public or private child welfare agency with knowledge of child welfare practices in Illinois.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work. Experience as a trainer.

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise independent judgment; excellent communication skills and ability to follow oral and written instructions;
  Strong interpersonal, customer service, and active listening skills. Proficient in Zoom and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point, Excel, Teams), and PDF tools (Adobe, Acrobat Reader). Skilled in data entry and managing workflow to meet deadlines.

This is a part-time Academic Hourly position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The position is grant-funded, and several positions are available statewide. Renewal is contingent upon the availability of funds. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search posting closes. The hourly wage for this position is $38.00 per hour while facilitating trainings and $19.00 per hour while preparing training materials.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. Hybrid work options may be available for this position with the ability to be on-site as needed per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on February 23, 2026 (extended). Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact sw-hr. For questions regarding the application process, please contact .

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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