Resource Development Specialist
Quick answer
Missouri Foster Care is hiring a full-time Resource Development Specialist in Joplin, MO, paying an average hourly rate of $18.69 to guide families through the licensing process.
- Role
- Resource Development Specialist
- Organization
- Missouri Foster Care
- Location
- Joplin, MO
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- Average hourly rate for this position $18.69
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Resource Development Specialist guides prospective foster, kinship, and adoptive families through the licensing process, facilitating pre-service training, conducting home visits, and ensuring compliance with Missouri licensing requirements.
What you'll do
- Guide prospective foster, kinship, and adoptive families through the licensing process
- Facilitate pre-service training
- Conduct home visits and interviews
- Complete home study assessments
- Review required documentation
- Ensure compliance with Missouri licensing requirements
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in social work, Human Services, Psychology, Child Development, or a closely related behavioral science field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working directly with children and families in child welfare, foster care, social services, or a closely related field
- Current, valid Missouri driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- MO C.A.R.E. Trainer Certification (required; if not held at hire, must be obtained within 90 days)
- Experience working in Southwest Missouri or familiarity with the child welfare landscape in the Joplin, Nevada, or Kansas City service areas
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Joplin, MO.
What is the compensation?
The average hourly rate for this position is $18.69.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field, 2 years of experience, MO C.A.R.E. Trainer Certification, and experience working with children and families.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by clicking the 'Apply' button on the job posting.
Is the job remote?
This is a primarily in-office role with regular travel required.
How to apply
Apply directly on Missouri Foster Care's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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