Foster Care & Family Engagement Specialist

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community development organization in Colorado is seeking a Foster Care/Family Engagement Coordinator to oversee family engagement model, manage casework related to kinship and foster care providers, and ensure compliance with child welfare standards. The ideal candidate should have a four-year degree in behavioral sciences and relevant experience in casework, focusing on recruiting, certifying providers, and providing support to families in need. Fluency in English is required, and multilingual skills are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Entry Level: A four‑year college degree in a behavioral science field.
• Journey Level: One full year of full‑time professional casework experience.
• Senior Level: Two full years of professional social casework experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Red Team intake process for child safety.
• Lead family engagement plan and meetings.
• Organize foster care recruitment efforts and outreach.
• Conduct home studies for foster care providers.
• Collaborate with caseworkers for placement options.
• Conduct routine home visits and document findings.
• Provide counseling services to foster parents and children.

Skills

Child welfare laws

Crisis intervention

Communications

Case analysis

Background checks

Education

Four-year college degree in a behavioral science field

Master’s degree allowing substitution for experience

Job description

A community development organization in Colorado is seeking a Foster Care/Family Engagement Coordinator to oversee family engagement model, manage casework related to kinship and foster care providers, and ensure compliance with child welfare standards. The ideal candidate should have a four-year degree in behavioral sciences and relevant experience in casework, focusing on recruiting, certifying providers, and providing support to families in need. Fluency in English is required, and multilingual skills are beneficial.