Foster Care Coordinator

Clarvida

Human Resources Training, Inc.

Job Description

Job Title: Foster Care Support Specialist Coordinator

Program(s): Foster and Adoptive Support - Urban

State: Phoenix, Arizona

Population Served: Child Welfare

Reports To: Foster Care Supervisor - Urban

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY

The Foster Care Support Specialist Coordinator assists the Urban Foster and Adoptive Support (FAS) Supervisor in the coordination of operations of the FAS program. This position ensures timeliness of reports and intervenes in problem area and provides consistency and knowledge of foster care licensing to ensure program integrity and compliance in the urban counties. This position will also carry a caseload.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides support and consultation services to foster and adoptive families.
• Maintains a positive and collaborative relationship with the child’s placing agency.
• Monitors home for compliance with contract and state regulations.
• Assists in placement of foster care youth.
• Participates in the Child Family Team (CFT) meetings, attends court with the family, and participates in Team Decision Meetings.
• Facilitates licensing inquiries in the foster homes and monitors Corrective Action compliance.
• Assists families with training requirements.
• Conducts in-person home visits per contract and foster care rule requirements.
• Maintains family licensing records in appropriate state and agency databases according to contract, HRT policy, and rule requirements.
• Provides crisis management.
• Submits renewal license applications prior to expiration.
• Submits license amendments, as needed.
• Writes adoption conversion home studies, as needed.
• Rotates on call services with other staff members.
• Attends training and events as requested by supervisor or other member of the management team.
• Maintains electronic Case Management (Client) and Provider Family Licensing Files for assigned providers in Extended Reach.
• Attends company related staff meetings, Team building events, Provider Recognition and other special events as needed.
• Acts as a second-level reviewer for home study submissions
• Provides support and training to other FAS team members as directed by the FAS Supervisor
• Covers team meetings as needed by the FAS supervisor
• Attends quarterly audits
• Assist with the coordination of renewals and amendment timely submittals
• Communicates regularly with HRT FAS Supervisor regarding Urban Program activities, needs, issues, successes, etc.

OTHER DUTIES

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• This position will require exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 5 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Potential exposure to contagious diseases due to frequent interaction with clientele

TRAVEL

• 50%: throughout the counties assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors’ Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Human Services or related field and five (5) years’ experience with developmental disabilities, child welfare services and/or social services required or ten (10) years’ experience with developmental disabilities if no degree achieved.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid unrestricted Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must meet the requirements to be a safe transporter and driver. 
• Must possess a current Arizona State Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years. 
• Must have personal vehicle liability insurance and vehicle registration as required.
• Must be able to pass a Department of Economic Security (DES) Clearance with no substantiated reports.
• Must obtain and maintain Article 9 instructor certification.
• When required, the ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, and if requested a physical exam.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• None.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• None.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Language Skills

Ability to respond effectively displaying professionalism, sensitivity, and empathy to linguistic, cultural, social, economic, and individual differences and challenges. Ability to write and maintain accurate and timely documentation. Ability to present information 1:1 and to groups in an organized and concise manner.

• Ability to Multi-Task

Must be able to work independently as well as a member of a team. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills. Must remain flexible and able to handle multiple priorities with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions.

• Reasoning Ability

Ability to quickly assess unique situations and develop and apply strategies to effectively meet the needs of the child and family. Ability to interpret contracts and ensure compliance. Ability to provide exemplary service to employees and outside constituents.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to travel and work at multiple locations.
• Ability to maintain ethical standards and professional boundaries.
• Adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple people and projects.
• Have excellent oral and written communication.
• Have excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Strong knowledge of overall company operations and policies and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of Arizona developmental disability programs, rules and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of program development.
• Uses independent discretion and judgment when carrying out responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to collaborate internally and externally.
• Ability to work with diverse population.
• Ability to build and maintain positive internal and external relationships.
• Ability to provide exemplary customer service to all employees and outside constituents.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to change on occasion as program is developed and position/ role evolve.

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