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 We are hiring a Volunteer Advocate Coordinator for our Benton Harbor/Berrien County office: 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  The Advocate Coordinator will assist the CASA Executive Director in sustaining the CASA Program and specifically, operations in Berrien County, Michigan. This is a multifaceted position supporting and mentoring a core group of CASA Volunteer Advocates who provide direct service to children in dependency proceedings assigned to the program.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

· Hold a bachelor’s degree in social work or related social service field preferred. Those with relevant work experience or an associate’s degree will be considered based on the strength of their work and/or other experiences. 

· Previous experience working with, supporting and motivating volunteers is preferred. 

· Knowledge and understanding of child abuse and neglect, families in crisis, and other social service skills are preferred. 

· Knowledge of community resources and services provided in Berrien County is preferred. 

· Computer literacy including Outlook, Excel, and Word. QuickBooks experience a plus. 

· Excellent written and oral communication. A writing sample may be requested.

· Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, properly insured automobile and a good driving record. The ability to travel as necessary. 

· Able to pass a DHHS Central Registry Check and full criminal background check.

· A positive, flexible, collaborative team player.

· A flexible schedule. 

· The ability to quickly change focus to accommodate the needs of the position. 

· Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and ethics at all times.

· Demonstrated respect for all people regardless of background, culture, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender, etc. 

· Be at least 21 years of age, pass a pre-employment drug screen (10 panel).

· A writing sample may be required

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibilities listed below should not be interpreted as all inclusive. The advocate coordinator may be requested to perform job-related duties other than those outlined in this offering

Case Management: 

• Maintain regular      contact with assigned volunteers.
• Be accessible to the      volunteers during working hours and at reasonable times outside of working      hours.
• Available to work      evenings and weekends, if necessary.
• Attend case      conferences, meetings and court hearings with assigned volunteers.
• Edit and finalize      volunteer court reports. Distribute reports to appropriate parties within      a specific time frame. 
• Have enough general      knowledge of each case to provide consultation and substitute for the      volunteer in case of emergency.
• Keep the Executive Director      current on volunteer activities and their assigned cases.

Volunteer management: 

• Assist in volunteer      recruitment at outreach events.
• Participate in the      CASA volunteer interview process as requested.
• Become certified to      train CASA Volunteers.
• Assist in volunteer      training through class facilitation and assessment of volunteer/trainees      as requested.
• Assist in the planning and facilitation of volunteer recognition      events and monthly in-service training meetings.
• Conduct volunteer      evaluations yearly.

Additional Duties: 

• Assist with      fundraising efforts
• Assist in developing      and maintaining relationships with community stakeholders.
• Understand and enforce      organization policies and procedures.
• Collect data for      outcomes.
• Successfully maintain      all required training identified for this position.
• Perform various other      related duties as assigned or directed by Executive Director.

Schedule: Regular Part-Time/Non-Exempt

Hourly rate: $20.00 (maximum 20 hours/week, no benefits), monthly cell phone allowance, and mileage

Supervisor: CASA Executive Director 

This posting will remain open until filled. To apply, please forward your resume, cover letter and three (3) professional references to Jamie Brooks, CASA of Southwest Michigan Executive Director at Jamie@CASASWMI.org 

Equal Opportunity Employer