Foster Care Licensing & Recruitment Specialist

Bethany; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Generous time off (11 paid holidays, •

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a Foster Care Licensing Specialist to support foster families and children in care. You will train, equip, and connect foster parents to community resources to meet the child’s needs, while ensuring licensing compliance and timely paperwork.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Human Services (Master's preferred), experience in foster care or child welfare, and strong interview, placement, and assessment skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Human Services or related field is preferred.
• Experience in foster care or child welfare is a plus.
• Strong interviewing, placement, diagnostic and family assessment skills.
• Ability to relate well with others and work independently.
• Eligible to obtain professional licensure in Michigan.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be 21+ with a valid US driver’s license and 3 years driving experience.
• Background checks including MVR and criminal history required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and follow-through of recruitment for foster parents and minority families.
• Facilitate orientation sessions throughout the year.
• Audit prospective family files for paperwork accuracy and expiry.
• Review foster home files for licensing compliance.
• Coordinate orientation for prospective foster parents.
• Work with families through initial screening and licensing.
• Monitor relicensing of foster homes within the program.
• Serve as liaison to caseworkers and supervisors.
• Ensure licensing, recruitment and placement align with regulations.
• Communicate rule violations and help correct them.

Skills

Interviewing

Placement

Diagnostic

Family assessment

Communication

Customer service

Independent work

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Drivers license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Master's degree in Human Services (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bethany Christian Services in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a Foster Care Licensing Specialist to support foster families and children in care. You will train, equip, and connect foster parents to community resources to meet the child’s needs, while ensuring licensing compliance and timely paperwork.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Human Services (Master's preferred), experience in foster care or child welfare, and strong interview, placement, and assessment skills.