CASA Volunteer Coordinator

The CASA of Midwest Kentucky, Inc. is accepting resumes for the full-time Volunteer Coordinator position. Bachelor of Arts in Social Work or related field preferred. Experience in the child welfare system, court system and/or supervisor of volunteers preferred. Excellent professional communication skills. Experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. Prior experience in the administration of volunteers, non-profit, or public agency management preferred. Candidate must also interact with individuals of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and educational backgrounds; maintain confidential information and records; provide quality case management and supervision of volunteers; and engage in public speaking and other public awareness activities on behalf of the organization. This is a grant-funded position. In this position, after a 90-day probationary period in Madisonville, Coordinator will work from Madisonville, Ky office mainly, and Henderson as needed (at least one day a week). This Volunteer Coordinator will supervise volunteers in Henderson and Union counties.

A flexible schedule includes regular office hours and occassional evening and weekend work. Must have daily transportation to attend meetings, court, facilitate home visits and represent CASA at other functions.

CASA offers a generous PTO policy, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement, and the opportunity to work with a team of professionals who share a passion for helping children live in safe and permanent homes.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Assist with recruiting, screening, interviewing, and training new volunteers

· Assist in the development of training programs and training materials

· Assist in organizing, facilitating, and conducting pre-service and in-service training for volunteers

· Assist in matching volunteers with cases

· Attend court, as needed

· Supervise, consult, and assist CASAs in the preparation of cases for court and their provision of ongoing advocacy services

· Assure that reports prepared by CASA volunteers are reviewed, professionally written, typed, reproduced, and delivered to all relevant parties promptly

· Assure the maintenance of case files and volunteer reports

· Enter volunteer, children, and court information and statistical information into the OPTIMA database system

· Meet annual goals set for position/program

· Follow terms of reporting monthly, quarterly, and annual reports

· Make a minimum of monthly contact with each assigned volunteer, more often as needed as determined by volunteer, case and/or staff

· Conduct yearly survey forms for volunteers, partners, and children served

· Assist in volunteer appreciation events

· Ensure that National and KY CASA standards and statutes are met

· Ensure that case files are returned and closure forms are completed

· Conduct exit interviews with volunteers leaving the program

· Ensure that VOCA requirements are followed

· Any other reasonable duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• The following background checks are required per National CASA Standards:

“Secure the following record checks on an applicant being considered for a
Volunteer or Staff position:

Social Security number verification, criminal records from the court jurisdiction in which the applicant currently resides and works, State criminal records, FBI or other national criminal databases, Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Registry, State Sex offender Registry, Child abuse registry or child protective services check where permissible by law and the KY Adult Caregiver Misconduct Registry. Checks will also be conducted in any state where the applicant has lived or worked in the last 7 years.

Failure to sign the required form and submit needed information will cause the applicant to be rejected by the CASA Program.

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License/Certification:

• Driver's License and reliable transportation (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,000 - $39,000