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Rose Brooks Center is a 501 C-3 organization who’s mission is to break the cycle of domestic violence so that individuals and families can live free of abuse. We are proud of the work that we do, and we work together to rebuild, reclaim, and save lives threatened by domestic violence. (Click on the image to view the team at Rose Brooks Center)

Rose Brooks Center realizes that every career is a personal journey and everyone has a unique belief statement motivating them each day.  See if you can identify with any of the following statements from our staff:    

  • I believe my work supports a cause that makes a difference in our community.
  • I believe I work for an organization that recognizes and values diversity.
  • I believe I belong to a team who supports me and can count on me for support.
  • I believe I can partner with volunteers who are passionate and dedicated to our mission. 
  • I believe I can balance the challenges at work with the priorities in my personal life.
  • I believe my unique talents and skills can help break the cycle of domestic violence. 
  • I believe my work can change the lives of women and children, enabling them to live free of abuse. 

Rose Brooks Center offers satisfying careers for people ready to use their unique talents and skills to help us fulfill our mission.  A satisfying career means different things to different people. For some it’s the opportunity to do outstanding work or to develop new skills.  For others it’s the chance to make a difference in people’s lives or to assume additional responsibilities. Regardless of your aspirations, you have the opportunity to professionally excel at Rose Brooks Center. We invite you to investigate current position openings and consider joining us as we make a difference in our community.

Rose Brooks Center is currently hiring for the following position(s).

 


Accountant

Rose Brooks Center, a non-profit domestic violence agency, seeks a full-time Accountant.   Primary responsibilities include accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant billing, general ledger accounting and preparing financial statements.  Additional responsibilities include assisting the Chief Financial Officer in preparing Grant, Contract and Departmental Budgets.  Compile and maintain fixed assets.  Prepare various reports and perform analysis for management. 

Qualifications:

Successful candidates will possess the following:

Required:

  • Bachelors degree in accounting or finance from an accredited college/university
  • 2+ years experience in general accounting
  • Ability to access and accurately input information using complex computer system/financial applications
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with little direct supervision
  • Ability to accurately work and meet deadlines under pressure
  • Effective collaboration and cooperation with team members
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Demonstrated ability to work with and maintain confidential information
  • Experience in processing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Experience in reconciling general ledger and bank accounts

Preferred:

    • Prior non-profit accounting experience
    • Knowledge of Sage Business Works
    • Knowledge of federal, state and foundation grant budgets

Hours:              
Full Time - 40 hours/week 

To Apply:              
Send resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources
P.O. Box 320599
Kansas City, MO. 64132
humanresources@RoseBrooks.org

Candidates must consent to a Background Check and Children’s Division (Central Registry/Child Abuse) Screening

Deadline:             
Open until filled per required qualifications.


Facilities Housekeeping Assistant

Rose Brooks Center, a non-profit domestic violence agency seeks a full time Facilities Housekeeping Assistant to work with the Facilities Housekeeper to maintain the cleanliness of the Shelter Campus.  

Principle Responsibilities include:

  • Follow schedule to be sure all areas to be cleaned receive adequate attention.
  • Complete all housekeeping tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Complete each scheduled task with attention to detail and quality results.
  • Coordinate work schedule with Facilities Housekeeper.
  • Coordinate alternate work schedules with Facilities Housekeeper as needed.
  • Communicate with other staff as needed and coordinate work to cause minimal disruption for other staff and report maintenance issues to Facilities Manager.
  • Perform additional housekeeping projects as needed.
  • Maintain cleaning supplies and equipment and inform Housekeeper when cleaning supplies are needed.
  • Other:
    • Be an effective team member by contributing to the achievement of joint objectives, maintaining positive work relationships, and enhancing the level of mutual cooperation.

Qualifications:

  • Basic facility cleaning experience.
  • Tile floor maintenance and cleaning preferred.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Hours:
Full Time – 40 hours/wk.  Interested candidates must have the ability to work some evenings and weekend hours.

To Apply:              
Send resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources
P.O. Box 320599
Kansas City, MO. 64132
Email to: HumanResources@RoseBrooks.org
Candidates must consent to a Background Check and Children’s Division (Central Registry/Child Abuse) Screening

Deadline:             

Open until filled per qualifications. 


Event Sponsorship Manager

Rose Brooks Center, a non-profit domestic violence agency seeks a full time Event Sponsorship Manager to cultivate and solicit corporate and individual sponsorships for Rose Brooks Center’s fundraising events.  Primary responsibilities include the ability to achieve aggressive fundraising goals, secure corporate and individual sponsorships and conduct outside sales calls and cultivate relationships with high level corporate decision makers and individual donor prospects. This position will also recruit and train event chairpersons and volunteer committees and meet regularly to provide support and guidance to ensure success. The Event Sponsorship Manager is also responsible for managing all special events and tracking progress toward goals, problem solving, and ensuring all event communications are distributed timely and accurately to all constituent groups. The position also ensures a collaborative work environment with staff members for event support.

Qualifications:
Successful candidates will possess the following:

Required:

  • A minimum of 3 years successful experience with fundraising or related outside sales.
  • Proven track record of meeting and exceeding revenue goals, along with solid networking and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to accomplish results through strong volunteer recruitment and management.
  • Skilled in developing and managing budgets, developing proposals, and creating and executing event timelines.
  • Ability to build relationships, multi-task and work as part of a team.

Required Education

  • Bachelors degree

Hours:
Full Time – 40 hours/wk. This position is primarily day hours M-F, however interested candidates must have the ability to work occasional evenings and weekend hours.

To Apply:              
Send resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources
P.O. Box 320599
Kansas City, MO. 64132
Email to: HumanResources@RoseBrooks.org
Candidates must consent to a Background Check and Children’s Division (Central Registry/Child Abuse) Screening

Deadline:             

Open until filled per qualifications. 

 


Evening Shelter Advocate

Rose Brooks Center, a nonprofit domestic violence agency, is currently hiring for a full-time Shelter Advocate on the evening shift.  Primary responsibilities include providing advocacy and crisis intervention services for residents of the 75 bed shelter. Other responsibilities include completing intake interviews, answering hotline, safety planning and facilitating community building activities with residents.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • 2+ years experience in social services
  • 2+ years advocacy experience
  • Experience with crisis hotline calls
  • Experience working in a residential facility

Preferred:

  • Experience with domestic violence advocacy
  • Experience with crisis intervention
  • Knowledge of relevant community resources
  • Experience providing culturally competent services to a diverse client group
  • Effective team member in collaboration and cooperation
  • Able to maintain accurate, timely documentation of services and perform basic computer skills
  • Bi-lingual Spanish
  • Bachelors Degree in Social Work or related field
  • Valid driver’s license and insurance

Hours:
Full Time – 40 hours/wk.  Evening shift is scheduled on Monday-Friday from 1pm -9pm.  Candidates must also have the availability to work one weekend shift per month.

To Apply:              
Send resume and cover letter to:

Ramona Murray
P.O. Box 320599
Kansas City, MO. 64132
RMurray@rosebrooks.org

Candidates must consent to a Background Check and Children’s Division (Central Registry/Child Abuse) Screening

Deadline:
Open until filled per qualifications. 
 


Overnight Shelter Advocate

Rose Brooks Center, a nonprofit domestic violence agency, is currently hiring for a full-time Shelter Advocate on the evening shift.  Primary responsibilities include providing advocacy and crisis intervention services for residents of the 75 bed shelter. Other responsibilities include completing intake interviews, answering hotline, safety planning and facilitating community building activities with residents.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • 2+ years experience in social services
  • 2+ years advocacy experience
  • Experience with crisis hotline calls
  • Experience working in a residential facility

Preferred:

  • Experience with domestic violence advocacy
  • Experience with crisis intervention
  • Knowledge of relevant community resources
  • Experience providing culturally competent services to a diverse client group
  • Effective team member in collaboration and cooperation
  • Able to maintain accurate, timely documentation of services and perform basic computer skills
  • Bi-lingual Spanish
  • Bachelors Degree in Social Work or related field
  • Valid driver’s license and insurance

Hours:              
Full Time – 40 hours/wk.  Overnight shift is scheduled on Tuesday-Friday from 10pm -8am. 

To Apply:              
Send resume and cover letter to:

Yolanda Navarrete
P.O. Box 320599
Kansas City, MO. 64132
Yolanda@Rosebrooks.org

Candidates must consent to a Background Check and Children’s Division (Central Registry/Child Abuse) Screening

Deadline:             
Open until filled per qualifications.   


Benefits
At Rose Brooks Center, we’re as passionate about our employees as we are about our mission.  Our leaders and are Board of Directors are committed to providing a work environment that meets the needs of our employees — both personally and professionally.   Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package in a people-centered work environment.  Our benefits include…

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
  • Retirement Savings Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
  • Nine Paid Holidays
  • Onsite Fitness Center
  • Flexible Work Schedules

Eligibility for some employee benefits is based on a minimum number of hours worked per week. Specific benefits information is available in the summary plan descriptions for each plan.

Diversity

Domestic violence affects people of all races, ethnicities, genders, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national origins and disabilities.  Rose Brooks Center is committed to ensuring that our workforce and volunteers reflect our client’s diverse population.  Cultural competency is a huge priority and an expectation of all staff members.  Embracing and respecting diversity enriches our organization with the talent and perspective we need to achieve our mission of breaking the cycle of domestic violence. 

Rose Brooks Center works to integrate diversity into our daily operations with initiatives such as:

  • Diversity Development Committee (DDC):  The DDC is a group of staff members who make recommendations on ways to change or improve programs focused on developing a culturally competent workforce.
  • Staff Diversity Programming:  Each staff member is required to attend a minimum of three diversity activities each year as reflected in his or her performance review. 
  • Recruiting Strategies:  Specific steps to recruit diverse staff are included in the sourcing strategy of each open position.
  • Corporate Membership:  Rose Brooks Center has established a corporate partnership with The Urban League of Kansas City.

 

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