What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Parent position at Access Services?
Foster Care Overview
Responsibilities of Foster Parents
Becoming a Foster Parent: The Process
Eligibility Requirements
Benefits of Becoming a Foster Parent
Foster care is a temporary living arrangement where an individual, couple, or family opens their home to a child who requires care and support. As a foster parent, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day care, emotional support, and practical assistance to the child.
Responsibilities of Foster Parents
- Provide daily care, including food, education, and emotional support.
- Offer practical support as needed, such as scheduling doctor appointments, attending meetings, and advocating for the child's best interests.
- Transport the child to appointments, school activities, and visits with birth family members.
Becoming a Foster Parent: The Process
- A thorough application process.
- Criminal history, FBI, and child abuse checks.
- Medical physicals.
- A home safety inspection and orientation.
- Required trainings.
Eligibility Requirements
- Reside in one of the designated counties (Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Monroe, Montgomery, Northampton, and Schuylkill) in Pennsylvania.
- Have a valid driver's license and fully insured vehicle.
- Provide proof of rabies vaccinations for pets.
Benefits of Becoming a Foster Parent
- A generous monthly stipend to reimburse costs associated with caring for the child.
- Fantastic practical support, including a coordinator assigned to each child and 24-hour on-call service.
- Caring emotional support as needed while caring for a child in your home.
