Foster Care Licensing Specialist

Sevita; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Referral program bonuses

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Indiana Mentor, a part of Sevita, is seeking a Recertification Coordinator to support host home provider reviews, share availability data with the matching team, and keep files compliant. The role ensures accurate documentation and helps maintain program integrity.

The position emphasizes collaboration with management to grow mentor retention, organize appreciation activities, and develop ongoing education sessions for mentors, contributing to a high-quality care network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services and two years of related human services experience preferred.
• Meet all state-specific regulatory requirements.
• Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
• A commitment to quality in everything you do.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the annual contractual review process for Host Home Providers.
• Provide information to the matching team on homes with availability for placement.
• Maintain and audit files regularly for compliance.
• Work with the management team to develop and implement a Mentor retention plan.
• Coordinate ongoing Mentor appreciation activities and develop continuing education sessions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Quality-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Indiana Mentor, a part of the Sevita family

Provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through our personalized programming, we help youth gain stability, comfort and confidence to overcome all challenges and live well. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived.

Recertification Coordinator

Do you want to work in a dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next? In this role, your tasks will be diversified and you will be supporting our mission.

• Responsible for the annual contractual review process for Host Home Providers
• Provide information to the matching team on homes with availability for placement
• Maintain and audit files regularly for complianceWork with the management team to develop and implement a Mentor retention plan
• Coordinate ongoing Mentor appreciation activities and develop continuing education sessions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services and two years of related human services experience preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience
• Meet all state-specific regulatory requirements
• Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships
• A commitment to quality in everything you do

Why Join Us?

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

We have a rewarding work environment with awesome co-workers – come join our team –

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law