Resource Coordinator - Interim

State of Vermont•Saint Johnsbury, VT

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The DCF Family Services Office in St. Johnsbury is recruiting for an Interim Resource Coordinator. This position works recruiting, retaining and supporting foster/kin care resources for the Department for Children and Families (DCF) of the Agency of Human Services (AHS). Recruiting and then managing potential foster/kinship families from the point of inquiry, licensure and placement. Identifying and assessing foster/kinship homes that can meet the intense needs of the children and youth that enter DCF custody. Resource Coordinators support the Family Services' vision, mission and core practice principles to promote partnerships with families and community to achieve safety, well-being, permanency and law abidance for children and families. Duties are performed under the supervision of a Family Services District Director. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation. This is an interim position with an anticipated duration of approximately 6 months.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree AND one (1) year of human services work or community resource development.
One (1) year or more of graduate credits in a Master’s or Doctorate program related to social work, counseling, psychology, or public administration.
Four (4) years of child welfare experience in the role of recruiting, training and retaining foster families.

Responsibilities

Recruiting, retaining and supporting foster/kin care resources for the Department for Children and Families (DCF) of the Agency of Human Services (AHS).
Managing potential foster/kinship families from the point of inquiry, licensure and placement.
Identifying and assessing foster/kinship homes that can meet the intense needs of the children and youth that enter DCF custody.
Supporting the Family Services' vision, mission and core practice principles to promote partnerships with families and community to achieve safety, well-being, permanency and law abidance for children and families.

Benefits

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
State defined benefit pension plan
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