Contractor: Foster Home Study Writer (TX)

Pathways Youth & Family Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Youth & Family Services in Houston seeks a Home Study Writer contractor to complete foster/adoptive home studies, assess applicants, and document findings for DFPS certification. You will engage with DFPS staff, courts, and community partners, conduct interviews, and write timely home studies.

Must hold a Bachelor's in human services and prefer English/Spanish bilingual skills. Contractor role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to contribute to protective services through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services field with at least one year of experience in human services field.
• Experience conducting home studies required.
• Bilingual, English/Spanish, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write and assess home studies for foster/adoptive families.
• Maintain compliance with DFPS standards and Pathways policies.
• Screen and assess adoptive families during home study interview.
• Complete interviews and write home studies in a timely manner.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Pathways Youth & Family Services in Houston seeks a Home Study Writer contractor to complete foster/adoptive home studies, assess applicants, and document findings for DFPS certification. You will engage with DFPS staff, courts, and community partners, conduct interviews, and write timely home studies.

Must hold a Bachelor's in human services and prefer English/Spanish bilingual skills. Contractor role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to contribute to protective services through