Remote Manual Writer wanted (NY) | $50-$55 per hour

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: WESTCHESTER INSTITUTE FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (NY) 

WIHD is looking to hire a part-time Manual Writer to work as a  consultant and on an hourly basis. The hours for this position will vary  based upon the number of assignments requested by DSS, as well as their  level of difficulty. On average, the hours range from 5-15 hours per  week. All work can be completed remotely, with the exception of the  monthly Team meeting and the rare in-person Manual trainings.

Hours  are flexible and can be logged at the convenience of the Manual Writer,  provided that assignments are submitted for approval to DSS within five  business days of them having been assigned. The Manual Writer will  report directly to the Manual team leader at WIHD.

Child  Welfare Services at WIHD provides a comprehensive array of services,  supports and advocacy for children and families involved with the child  welfare system in Westchester County. These services include clinical  assessments of children and their birth parents, pediatric medical care,  mental health treatment for children, parent education and training,  foster parent support, educational coordination and advocacy,  post-adoption services and community-based aftercare for families  reunifying from foster care. In addition, Child Welfare Services has  developed an online policy manual for child welfare staff at the  Department of Social Services (DSS). The Manual exists for the purpose  of training, orienting, and guiding staff in real time, in three program  areas: Child Protective Services, Preventive Services, and Foster Care  and Adoption. It provides all levels of DSS staff with immediate access  to the latest information they require to practice in accordance with  standards set by the federal, state, and local levels of government.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Rewrite complex policy and programming information into accessible  language and will also be called upon to thoughtfully integrate text,  forms, and other online resources into the vast website.
• Working independently (based on directives from DSS staff) to draft new text for the Manual, or to revise existing text.
• Submitting writing assignments for approval within five business days, and often revising based on feedback received.
• Serving as a key member of the Manual Team through frequent email  communications and phone calls, as well as one in-person meeting per  month.
• Producing monthly and quarterly statistical and performance data.
• Co-leading occasional (1-2 times annually) Manual trainings for DSS staff in various district offices around Westchester County.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of: Child Welfare

Qualification: Familiarity with html and other web interfaces is a plus, but not required

Kind  and Length of Experience: Excellent writing skills and will have  experience in the field of child welfare, preferably in the State of New  York.

Education: Bachelor’s degree; a masters degree in social work or in a related field preferred

General:  Candidates must be able to work independently and possess excellent  time management skills so as to complete assignments on time. Selected  candidates will be asked to submit a writing sample.

WIHD  is an Equal Opportunity Employer and recognizes and values the benefits  of a diverse workforce. WIHD is committed to Equal Employment  Opportunity/Affirmative Action, and compliance with all laws and  regulations pertaining to both.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Looking for: Manual Writer
• Location: All work can be completed remotely, with the exception of  the monthly Team meeting and the rare in-person Manual trainings
• Compensation: $50-$55 an hour

CONTACT INFORMATION:

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Website: https://www.wihd.org/