Resource Development Advocate

FosterAdopt Connect • Independence, MO

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About The Position

The Licensing Worker provides ongoing assessment, guidance, and support to applicant and licensed foster, relative, and kinship families. This position helps families navigate licensing and renewal requirements, completes home studies and home visits, maintains required documentation, and provides continued advocacy and support to licensed families. This isn't just a licensing position—it's an opportunity to build relationships, advocate for families, and help create safe and supportive homes for children.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field.
• Previous experience working with at-risk populations required.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be flexible in work hours including some evenings and weekend appointments.
• Reliable transportation required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing assessment, guidance, and support to applicant and licensed foster, relative, and kinship families.
• Help families navigate licensing and renewal requirements.
• Complete home studies and home visits.
• Maintain required documentation.
• Provide continued advocacy and support to licensed families.

Benefits

• Highly-competitive health plan.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with generous employer contribution.
• Life insurance and long-term disability provided at no cost to employee.
• Voluntary life and short-term disability options available.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account with medical expense and dependent care options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level