Foster Care Home Finder & Recruiter

The Children's Home; Town of Waterloo (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health Insurance (HSA/FSA)

Job summary

The Childrens Home in New York State seeks a Foster Care Home Finder/Recruiter to recruit and assess potential foster homes, conduct training and case management for certification, and recertify homes to meet agency and state licensure standards.

The role emphasizes active community outreach, evaluation of foster home suitability, and thorough documentation to support safe, nurturing placements for children in care.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with child welfare or social work.
• Driver's license and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.
• Education: HS diploma/GED; Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively recruit in the community for potential foster parents.
• Develop an active recruitment plan for recruiting foster parents.
• Handle inquiries and applications from potential foster parents.
• Facilitate orientation meetings and complete home studies for recommended homes.
• Complete paperwork for the certification process.

Skills

Community outreach

Recruitment planning

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Human Services

Job description

The Childrens Home in New York State seeks a Foster Care Home Finder/Recruiter to recruit and assess potential foster homes, conduct training and case management for certification, and recertify homes to meet agency and state licensure standards.

The role emphasizes active community outreach, evaluation of foster home suitability, and thorough documentation to support safe, nurturing placements for children in care.