Title: CRAFFT Area Coordinator Western

Application Review Date: 12/22/25

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

The overall objective is to support the local agencies' efforts in training resource, adoptive, foster families in the Western region of the Virginia Department of Social Services.

Restricted position (grant funded) – continuation of position subject to the continued availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
Proven experience in developing and delivering engaging trainings and presentations.
Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
Comprehensive understanding of Social Services operations statewide and within the Western Region.
Experience providing both pre-service and in-service training, including designing and authoring training modules.
Familiarity with nationally recognized pre-service training curricula, preferably the National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC).
An advanced degree; MSW preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior employment with the Virginia Department of Social Services as a Resource Family Worker, Foster Care Worker, Adoptions Worker, or CPS Worker.
Experience developing and facilitating training for social workers and foster/adoptive parents.
Minimum of two years of post-master’s social work experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

Employment Conditions: 

Is this position Grant Funded: Yes

Is this position restricted: Yes

Is this position eligible for telework: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: Works a flexible schedule that will involve nights and weekends.

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: CRAFFT

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Department Contact Name: Diane M. Hodge

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7690

Department Contact Email: dmhodge@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.