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Foster Parent Trainer

Smoky Mountain Children's Home
Sevierville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $14.50 - $19.50 per hour

Smoky Mountain Children's Home , a faith-based non-profit organization, is seeking a part-time Foster Parent Trainer for the East Grand Region of Tennessee . In this role, you would be in a position to make a positive difference in the lives of at-risk youth. You will join a team of dedicated individuals who oversee the welfare of an assigned group of at-risk youth.

At Smoky Mountain Children's Home, our mission is critical and our quality of care is only as good as our people. That is why we are committed to excellence in building a talented and diverse team of passionate people who will leave a legacy in the lives of youth for whom they are responsible. Read on and learn more about this exciting opportunity to join our team of child welfare advocates.

Summary

The Foster Parent Trainer position is part-time. The role assists with teaching TN-KEY classes and monitors continuing education courses for foster parents. The work schedule is dictated by the needs of the clients and staff, and although typical office hours are Monday through Friday, some weekend and evening hours will be required as necessary.

Functions and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for coordinating and assisting with teaching TN-KEY classes to potential foster parents.
  • Responsible for communicating with the Foster Home Compliance Coordinator, Recruiting Coordinator, and Foster Parents regarding upcoming TN-KEY classes and schedules.
  • Responsible for coordinating childcare for continued education classes.
  • Responsible for uploading foster parents on continued education hours.

Qualifications

  • Significant experience in the field, demonstrating a high level of competence, and leadership.
  • Possess organizational, and communications skills, and the ability to work as a leader and a team member.
  • Must have physical and emotional stability to carry out duties.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Will work indoors for approximately 95% of work hours.
  • 75% sitting
  • 10% standing
  • 15% walking
  • Able to carry up to 20 lbs.
  • Salary Information :

    14.50 / hour - $19.50 / hour with a .50 / hour pay increase after a 90-day probationary period (with a favorable performance evaluation).

    Why Smoky Mountain Children's Home?

    For more than 100 years, Smoky Mountain Children's Home has been meeting the needs of at-risk youth. We provide exceptional care for at-risk children and teens through our Residential, Foster Care, and Adoption programs. Through family counseling, individual therapy, educational opportunities and structured group living, the Smoky Mountain Childrens Home provides a continuum of care tailored to each resident's need. Creating a safe and supportive environment allows residents to discover their talents and build on their strengths. This is accomplished by the excellent care of a trained staff and provides each resident the opportunity to overcome the circumstances of their past while exploring a world of opportunity for their future.

  • Smoky Mountain Children's Home does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US.
  • Smoky Mountain Children's Home is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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