Foster Care Licensing & Compliance Specialist

Bethany Christian Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services is seeking a Foster Care Licensing Specialist to support foster parents and the child in care. You will train, equip, and connect foster parents with community resources to meet the child’s needs.

You will collaborate with caseworkers, ensure licensing compliance, and assist with orientation, relicensing, and placement processes. Strong communication and independent initiative are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field from an accredited college.
• Master’s degree in Human Services or related field from an accredited college is preferred.
• Prior experience in foster care or child welfare is a plus.
• Demonstrated interviewing, placement, diagnostic and family assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and follow-through on recruitment for foster parents and minority foster parents.
• Facilitate orientation sessions.
• Audit prospective family files for completeness and validity.
• Review foster home files for licensing compliance.
• Coordinate orientation for prospective foster parents.
• Work with prospective foster parents through screening and licensing.
• Monitor relicensing of foster homes.
• Review referrals for appropriate placement and coordinate with staff.
• Serve as liaison to caseworkers and supervisors.
• Ensure licensing, recruitment, and placement align with regulations.
• Inform caseworkers on regulations.
• Assist Training and Recruitment staff with events and recognition efforts.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Independent work

Interviewing

Case coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Master’s degree in Human Services or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bethany Christian Services is seeking a Foster Care Licensing Specialist to support foster parents and the child in care. You will train, equip, and connect foster parents with community resources to meet the child’s needs.

You will collaborate with caseworkers, ensure licensing compliance, and assist with orientation, relicensing, and placement processes. Strong communication and independent initiative are essential.