Trainer-Instruction and Development - Bay Area Academy

California State University, Fresno Foundation is a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting educational excellence and community engagement. It operates as the fiscal and employment overseer for various programs and initiatives affiliated with California State University, Fresno. The foundation plays a pivotal role in advancing the university's mission by managing a diverse workforce and ensuring responsible financial stewardship for associated programs. One such program under its administration is the Bay Area Academy (BAA), which operates as part of the College of Health and Human Services, specifically within the Department of Social Work Education at California State University, Fresno. BAA serves a crucial role in providing specialized training, coaching, and organizational support aimed at child welfare staff and other IV-E eligible agencies across 12 counties in the Bay Area region. The foundation’s commitment to public service and educational enrichment is a core attribute that makes it an attractive employer for professionals dedicated to social welfare and child advocacy.

The Trainer – Instruction and Development position at Bay Area Academy is a full-time, benefited role designed to develop and implement effective training programs for child welfare services staff. Reporting to the Learning Systems Manager, this role is responsible for delivering classroom instruction, field-based training, and coaching to public child welfare employees and independent contractors affiliated with BAA. The position involves comprehensive engagement in educational activities, including curriculum adaptation, facilitation, transfer of learning methodologies, and coaching, all with a strong emphasis on racial equity, inclusion, and best practices in child welfare. The trainer supports essential programs such as CFT & IP-CANS, Common Core 3.5, Safety Organized Practice, and other critical child welfare initiatives outlined by BAA’s ongoing needs assessments.

Additionally, this role takes a leadership stance in managing the independent contractor development process. This includes recruiting, selecting, onboarding, and observing trainers, as well as skill development and performance assessment to ensure high-quality service delivery across the Bay Area. The trainer also collaborates closely with internal staff and external partners to customize training that meets regional, county, and state needs while maintaining alignment with current child welfare mandates. The role focuses on continual improvement by evaluating trainer effectiveness and using data to enhance curricula and coaching strategies.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field, along with substantial experience in child welfare training, coaching, and services. This position requires expertise in training curriculum development, facilitative training techniques, and a deep understanding of transfer of learning theories. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential, as well as proficiency with technology tools such as word processing and presentation software. The Trainer – Instruction and Development position offers a competitive salary range of $7,750 to $7,916 per month, equivalent to $93,000 to $95,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.