Foster Parent Recruiter

About Embrace Treatment Foster Care

At Embrace Treatment Foster Care, our mission is to provide foster children with the best opportunities for success. Through our CARE model, we offer support, coordination, training, and guidance to help shape brighter futures for children in need. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of families and foster children in your community.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, hardworking, and dedicated Foster Parent Recruiter to drive the recruitment and retention of foster parents for our Treatment Foster Care program. Ideal candidates will have a background in marketing, business, or communications, along with knowledge of Virginia's Foster Care program. This role focuses on community engagement, marketing initiatives, and fostering relationships to ensure the growth and success of our foster care services.

Location: Norfolk, VA 

Compensation: starting at $52,649

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Outreach:

  • Develop targeted recruitment and retention plans to attract prospective foster parents.
  • Organize and attend local events to promote awareness of foster care programs and resources.
  • Use social media and other digital platforms for marketing and recruitment efforts.

• Marketing and Communication:

  • Create compelling marketing materials, such as flyers, to educate families about foster care resources and opportunities.
  • Plan and deliver educational presentations and information sessions to individuals, families, community groups, and businesses.
  • Track and analyze recruitment activities, including contacts, visits, presentations, and events.

• Relationship Building:

  • Facilitate referrals for foster parent inquiries and maintain regular contact with prospective families.
  • Collaborate closely with the Treatment Foster Care (TFC) Program Director and local team members to move prospective families through the approval process.
  • Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, businesses, and other stakeholders to enhance recruitment efforts.

• Administrative and Strategic Planning:

  • Ensure initial contact with prospective foster parents within 72 hours of inquiry.
  • Collaborate with the TFC program to implement recruitment and retention strategies.
  • Adjust marketing strategies based on feedback and effectiveness.

• Additional Duties:

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director to improve recruitment effectiveness and marketing reach.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience:

  • Background in marketing, business, or communications.
  • Knowledge of Virginia’s Foster Care program preferred.

• Skills:

  • Strong organizational and customer service skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Proficiency in social media marketing and other digital outreach tools.
  • Initiative, persistence, and perseverance in recruitment activities.

Why Join Embrace Treatment Foster Care?

• Impactful Work: Be a part of a team dedicated to shaping brighter futures for children and families in need.
• Professional Growth: Develop and execute meaningful recruitment strategies while collaborating with a supportive team.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dynamic, mission-driven organization that values innovation and teamwork.

Apply Today and take the next step in making a meaningful difference in your community!

Legal Information: 

ncgCARE and its affiliated partners are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. ncgCARE will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at hrteam@ncgcare.com. 

ncgCARE participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with ncgCARE will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States. 

ncgCARE offers excellent compensation packages including a salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future. 

ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace.

Salary : $52,649