Adoption Program Advocate

Job DetailsJob Location: Rolla , MO 65401Job Title: Family Advocate  

Travel Requirements: Moderate 

Status: Full Time 

Supervisor: Family Advocacy Supervisor 

Location: Jefferson City

Direct Reports: N/A 

 

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 Family Advocate primarily works with foster, adoptive and guardianship families providing support with pre- and post-adoptive services. The advocacy services are a vital support to families who are then able to remain committed and effective as they raise their children.  The Family Advocate will assist families in understanding their rights as foster, adoptive or guardianship providers. 

 

Essential Functions/Job Expectations 



Establishes and maintains outreach efforts, enduring enrollment of eligible families/children in resource services 





Assists families in finding/utilizing community resources, including medical, dental, social, legal, educational, and occupational services 





Assess families in the 7 domains to evaluate the family’s well-being, needs and strengths. 





Completes family needs/goals assessments, keeping proper documentation 





Assist families with interpreting external reports and evaluations, as well as explaining their implications/purpose 





Participates in ongoing meetings/professional memberships and trainings as needed 



 

Core Competencies 



Time Management 





Customer focus 





Teamwork and cooperation 





Resourcefulness 





Flexibility 





Commitment 





Decision making 



 

Qualifications/Credentials 



Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; and two or more years of experience in education, counseling, case management, or closely related area. 





Knowledge of foster care and adoption processes and community-based resources 





Knowledge of barriers impacting mental health, educational and legal services for families in foster, adoptive and guardianship homes. 





Knowledge in benefit coordination and resource utilization 





Skill in serving as an advocate for families 





Ability to work with youth with trauma and diverse families 





Ability to maintain confidentiality and properly document case notes 





Ability to communicate effectively 





Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evening and weekend appointments 





Valid Driver’s License Required 





Reliable transportation Required 





Background checks Required 



Salary


Salary starts at $44,557.80 commensurate with education and experience


Benefits 



Health, Dental, and Vision Premiums covered 100% for employee, 10% covered for dependents 





Aflac  





25K employer paid Life Insurance plan, as an elective, additional coverage for dependents, spouse/partners   





3% Match of a 401k  





15 Paid holidays, plus one floating holiday  





8 hours Annual Leave a month  





8 hours Sick Leave a month  





Mileage reimbursement at federal rate    





Usage of Company Vehicle  





$250 Wellness Benefit  





Casual Dress 





Employee Assistance Program  


Qualifications