Posted Date: |
12/10/2018 |
End Date: |
1/9/2019 |
Organization: |
CASA of South Central Missouri - 25th Judicial District |
Contact Name: |
Paula DeLong |
Phone: |
5734265437 |
Email: |
info@casascmo.org |
Web Site: |
www.casascmo.org |
Address: |
400 North Main St Ste 202 |
City, State: |
Rolla, MO 65401 |
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Description: |
Position Summary:
The Volunteer Coordinator provides professional staff support to CASA volunteers ensuring that children involved with the CASA program receive sound advocacy and early permanency planning. The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for volunteer supervision and coordination of cases.
Essential Job Duties: 1. Supervising, mentoring, and coaching 20-25 Court Appointed Special Advocates 2. New case intake, including new case paperwork (intake form, acceptance of appointment form, contact list) and new case files. 3. Help develop initial case plans and on-going strategies for advocacy. 4. Prepare and distribute assignment documentation. 5. Provide mentoring assistance to new volunteers. 6. Communicate at least monthly with each volunteer about case progress. 7. Receive, review, and distribute volunteer court reports. 8. Provide assistance and consultation for volunteers as needed and when requested. 9. Consult with court personnel and related agencies regarding cases and volunteer needs and assignments. 10. Conduct annual volunteer performance reviews. 11. Assist with volunteer training classes and continuing education opportunities.
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Certifications and Licensure: Must have a valid driver''s license, car, and valid insurance Experience and Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in social service-related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to communicate with, supervise and empower volunteers to be effective in their roles. Experience with volunteers given preference. Ability to work cooperatively with different types of personalities. Knowledge and understanding of issues and dynamics within families in crisis relating to child abuse and neglect. Computer skills, including: Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet, Google Suite, and Email. Superior communication, presentation, writing and public speaking skills. Demonstrated success in community relations. Familiarity with child welfare policy advocacy and current challenges facing the region. Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail. A strong passion for the organization’s mission of advocacy.
The most significant duties have been included in this description acknowledging that other duties may be assigned/changed from time to time. The organization retains the right to modify this job description as needed from time to time to accurately reflect duties of the position. |
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