Resource Coordinator - Barre
State of Vermont
- Barre, VT
- $26.95 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
-Provides on-going support for licensed foster parents through visits, telephone contacts and home contacts
-Acts as district liaison to local foster parent association.
-Participates in the development of foster parent contracts including specification of work to be performed and establishment of rates of payment. May mediate disputes between foster parents and social workers.
-Ensures foster families respect the cultural, ethnic and spiritual values of the families we serve.
-Follows the Diligent Recruitment (DR) process for recruiting, retaining, and supporting kin and foster families as well as tracking recruitment data.Who May ApplyThis position, Resource Coordinator - Barre (Job Requisition #49769), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
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Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.Environmental FactorsDuties performed in both field and office settings. Incumbents may encounter strong differences of opinion and emotional reactions which must be dealt with in a firm, objective and helpful manner and with tact and sensitivity. Private means of transportation must be available for needed travel. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree AND one (1) year of human services work or community resource development.OROne (1) year or more of graduate credits in a Master's or Doctorate program related to social work, counseling, psychology, or public administration.ORFour (4) years of child welfare experience in the role of recruiting, training and retaining foster families.Total CompensationAs a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program