Resource Development Specialist
Quick answer
Missouri Foster Care is hiring an entry-level Resource Development Specialist (Joplin, MO) to guide families through the licensing process for foster care and adoption.
- Role
- Resource Development Specialist
- Organization
- Missouri Foster Care
- Location
- Joplin, MO • Missouri Foster Care
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Resource Development Specialist guides prospective foster, kinship, and adoptive families through the licensing process. This role involves home visits, facilitating pre-service training, conducting home study and renewal assessments, 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
- 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; reliable personal transportation required for field travel throughout the service area
- MO C.A.R.E. Trainer Certification (required)
- Experience working in Southwest Missouri or familiarity with the child welfare landscape
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
Joplin, MO
How do I apply for this role?
Please visit the organization's website to apply.
Is this a remote or in-office position?
This is an in-office position 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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