Capable Kids And Families Resource Specialist

Be Part of our Circle.

We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission-not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role of CKF (Capable Kids and Families) Resource Specialist.

This full-time (40 hours/week) Monday to Friday role will typically work 8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. with occasional evenings and weekends. CKF staff will enjoy the autonomy of having a stable, but flexible schedule based on caseload. CKF Specialists earn $22/hour.

What you will do:

Make an impact and watch children meet their developmental milestones

• Schedule and conduct home visits with families to identify and address any support needs, concerns, and questions
• Perform intakes with new families as needed
• Maintain an on-going awareness of available St. Louis Arc and Region services/supports to connect with families
• Discuss additional therapy and developmental equipment needs with team and order as appropriate; Deliver/pick up equipment monthly
• Support the upkeep of the equipment catalog and inventory system
• Maintain family data and program inventory
• Maintain accurate, timely records of all services and materials delivered to families; Complete all other required documentation in a timely manner
• Assist in planning and implementing group activities (e.g. playgroups and other family events), as well as supporting the wider efforts of the Agency by assisting with support and networking groups and / or serving on an Agency level committee.
• Field phone calls from the public and connect them to appropriate services and supports

What you can expect from us:

We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions.

We'll help you help others. You'll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.

• You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better-and serve others better.
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being-such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.
• STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE
• Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor. Ask your recruiter for details.

What we expect of you:

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people.

• Bachelor's degree in social work, early childhood, special education, child development or related field (preferred) (or Associate's Degree/ Two years of College + Two (2) years of related work experience). Completion of Child Care Aware certification program a plus.
• Two or more years of professional experience working directly with children (specifically birth to 10 years old) with developmental delays
• Knowledge of community resources
• Knowledge and understanding of family dynamics
• Ability to drive and reliable transportation
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports
• Ability to multitask and make decisions independently (e.g., emergency calls).
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and excellent listening skills with families
• Ability to complete CPR/FA -provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Join our circle.

Apply today.

About St. Louis Arc:

Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 400+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.