Job Posting | Part - Time | Administration Coordinator - Foster Care

Purpose

Provide administrative support, advocacy and training for foster families, maintain communication with all involved in foster care, maintain files, documentation and conduct activities in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Summary of Responsibilities and Activities

This position requires supporting our foster families and foster care support workers. The Administration Coordinator will maintain up to date foster parent and child personnel files. Track records and maintain regulated reports according to our funding contracts. Provide resources to our foster families for training, events, and cultural ceremonies. Coordinate payments and receipts with families and accounts payable/receivables. Plan, coordinate and attend monthly (evening) foster parent meetings.

Education and Skill Requirements

·    Post-secondary education in a related field Degree or Diploma in Human Services Field / Social Work / Accounting or the equivalent 

    combination of education and experience.

·    Clear Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check

·    Current Driver's License with a minimum of 5 years driving experience.

·    Experience working with children, youth and families.

·    Advanced skills in Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

·    Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.

·    Critical thinking and assessment skills.

·    Interact with others in a professional and timely manner.

·    Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with staff, clients and stakeholders.

·    Be able to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks and projects while carrying out ongoing responsibilities.

·    Demonstrate initiative, sound judgement, and attention to detail relating to assigned responsibilities.

·    Commitment to confidentiality, tact and diplomacy.

·    Flexible working schedule

Working Conditions

Monday - Friday - 3 days a week.

Remuneration:               Negotiable           

Closing Date:                Until suitable candidate found

Interview Date:              TBD

Anticipated Start Date:  TBD

 Please submit Cover Letter, Resume, Criminal Record Check, Intervention Record Check to:
 
            Email:  hr@bcrsociety.ab.ca     

Ben Calf Robe Society thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates considered for the position will be contacted for an interview.