Foster Care Development & Outreach Specialist

HEALTH CONNECT AMERICA, INC; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Connect America, Inc. is seeking a Foster Care Development Specialist in Virginia. You will recruit and develop foster families, guide licensing processes, provide training, and build community partnerships to help children find safe, nurturing homes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field and 2+ years of experience in a therapeutic setting. Competitive base salary with travel/bonus opportunities and an emphasis on trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field is required.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational and documentation abilities.
• Ability to build relationships with foster parents, community partners, and internal teams.
• Knowledge of family systems, systems of care, and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and connect with prospective foster families through outreach and training.
• Guide prospective foster parents from inquiry through licensure, coordinating applications and background checks.
• Lead training and educational opportunities for foster parents.
• Develop and support foster families through coaching, resources, and problem-solving.
• Manage licensing, documentation, and compliance to meet regulatory standards.
• Build community partnerships to increase awareness and foster placements.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Organization

Documentation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

Health Connect America, Inc. is seeking a Foster Care Development Specialist in Virginia. You will recruit and develop foster families, guide licensing processes, provide training, and build community partnerships to help children find safe, nurturing homes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field and 2+ years of experience in a therapeutic setting. Competitive base salary with travel/bonus opportunities and an emphasis on trauma-informed care.