Respite Specialist

Description

Job Title: Respite Specialist
Travel Requirements: Moderate
Status: Full-time
Supervisor: Respite Supervisor
Location: Osage Beach
Direct Reports: 0

About CMFCAA
The Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association is a not-for-profit agency that educates, supports, and advocates for foster, adoptive, & kinship children, youth, & families in central Missouri by offering services & partnering with community & governmental agencies to develop healthy & self-sufficient individuals & families.

Currently, we are assisting over 640 foster families, over 1400 foster children, over 400 adopted children in our service area. Our goal is to be a support to the families, children, and youth in this area, and we work tirelessly to provide much needed services to them.

Position Summary

The Respite Specialist will oversee the coordination and administration of all aspects of our ongoing programs, including planning, organizing and supervising program activities. The Respite Specialist will work in all 24 counties served by CMFCAA, however, will have a set geographical area they are responsible for. They will also assist other Respite Specialists in the other counties served by CMFCAA to provide other respite opportunities including respite exchange, special events, and field trips.

Essential Functions/Job Expectations

· Works to plan all Respite programs in accordance to the mission, goals, and strategic plan of CMFCAA.

· Take lead in planning, managing, and executing Odyssey events within your geographical area.

· Build and maintain relationships with area partners and donors.

· Develops and implements a program evaluation framework to assess the strength of programs and services.

· Maintains records that document program activities and client usage of program activities for statistical, reporting, and grant securing purposes.

· Work as a team with other Specialist to ensure successful programs and services to the families served.

· Must maintain communication between participants of programs and CMFCAA.

· Travel is required to each program/event held within the service counties.

· Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

· Time Management

· Client focus

· Teamwork and cooperation

· Resourcefulness

· Flexibility

· Commitment

· Decision making

Qualifications/Credentials

· Proven experience in human service related field

• Proven experience in human service related field
• Experience working with children
• Working knowledge of office equipment (computers, printers, fax machines, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel)
• Proficiency in the use of computer programs (databases, spreadsheets, bookkeeping, email)
• Able to be trained quickly (specifically on iMac systems)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be flexible in work hours including some evening and weekend appointments
• Must be able to work with families and children from all backgrounds, I.e., rural/urban and educated or less educated populations
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Reliable transportation is required
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Background checks are required

Starting Pay

$41,200 based on education and experience

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision 100% covered
401K matching after qualifying time period
Wellness benefit 
$25,000 Employer paid life insurance
Paid time off which includes Vacation, sick time, holidays, and 1 floating holiday
Mileage reimbursement at federal rate
Usage of Company Vehicle (provided complete and clear driving background has been submitted)
Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

Salary : $25,000 - $41,200