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Job Description
Job Location:
301 W. High St. Jefferson City, MO. This is a hybrid position and will require travel within the state
Why you’ll love this position:
The Office of Child Advocate is an independent reviewer of the child welfare system. This position will lead the office’s circuit review program and will have the opportunity to positively impact the child welfare system within identified Judicial Circuits.- Review and develop improvements to the current Circuit Review process
- Use data to identify circuits eligible for a Circuit Review
- Lead and coordinate all Circuit Reviews done by OCA following statutory authority and rules
- Complete random case reviews from all program lines within an identified circuit
- Track trends and conduct in-person and virtual interviews with stakeholders within the circuit
- Prepare reports and make recommendations based on findings
- Supervise investigators working on the circuit review team
- Manage budget allocated to this program within OCA
Minimum Qualifications:- 5 years or more experience working in the Child Welfare field
- Minimum of 3 years Supervisory Experience
- Knowledge and use of Missouri Child Welfare Policy
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience in data analysis to determine trends, issues, and improvement goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, investigation skills, problem solving skills, and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here . -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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State of Missouri
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