What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Care Home Finder position at Children's Home?
The Children's Home is looking for a Foster Care Home Finder/Recruiter to join us in supporting children and families within Ulster County!!
Job Description: The Foster Care Home Finder/Recruiter is responsible for recruiting and assessing potential foster homes, which consists of training and case management of the certification process. Our Home Finders ensure that every child in foster care has a safe, healthy and nurturing foster home. The individual in this position will also be required to maintain each certified foster home, including recertifying each home; ensuring agency and state standards are met within their licensure.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in developing an active recruitment plan for recruiting foster parents.
- Handle inquiries and applications from potential foster parents.
- Facilitate all orientation meetings with potential foster parents and complete home studies for all recommended foster homes.
- Complete all paperwork for the certification process.
- Create and maintain detailed, accurate, and timely written reports on all homes on case load.
- Assist and support foster parents in meeting challenges and achieving success, through participation in administrative meetings, referral for additional services, or other interventions, as necessary.
- Act as point of contact for all the foster families on assigned work load.
Education/Experience:
- Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university required.
- Two (2) years' experience in child welfare and/or social work required.
- Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred
Required Knowledge & Essential Skills: The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with clients, families, staff, and community contacts with a diversity of backgrounds and life situations. Experience in the principles and practices of the inter-disciplinary team approach is preferred. Time management, strong written and verbal communication, problem solving, and organizational skills required. Knowledge of issues related to children in care, Family Centered Practice and foster family care is preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license and minimum insurability requirements during employment. Working knowledge of computers required.
What we offer:
- Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
- Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
- 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
- Ample PTO and Sick Time
- Childcare Reimbursement
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for Professional Development
Children’s Home is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces and supports diversity, as it benefits the youth and families we work with. We have created an inclusive and mutually respectful environment for all employees. We seek quality employees that want to be part of a collaborative team and make our Mission of partnering with youth and families their long-term goal.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Were you referred to this position by a current employee? If so, please provide their first and last name.
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Foster Care/Social Work/Child Welfare: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23
