Foster Care Licensing Specialist - Mesa, AZ (part-time)

A New Leaf; Mesa (AZ); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A New Leaf seeks a dedicated professional to support foster families in Mesa, AZ. The role entails managing a caseload, ensuring compliance, and coordinating services, requiring a minimum of one year of child welfare experience. Candidates should be compassionate with strong communication skills and a background in behavioral health.

Benefits

Direct deposit

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Team member appreciation event

Dental/Vision Coverage

401(K)

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in child welfare or with caregivers.
• Ability to relate to diverse families and assess their needs.
• Recognize abuse and/or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Maintain caseload of licensed foster families.
• Coordinate services and conduct home visits.
• Document case communications and assure compliance.

Skills

Communication

Cultural Diversity

Assessment Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, or Human Services

Tools

Relias Training

Job description

Since 1971, A New Leaf has been dedicated to its mission of “Helping Families…Changing Lives,” making a positive impact on the lives of over 24,000 people annually in the Phoenix Metropolitan area. A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities through transformative services. Guided by our core values—Compassion, Passion for Results, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, and Conscientiousness—we strive to create meaningful, lasting impacts in the communities we serve.

Hourly Pay Rate:$20.00

Part-Time Schedule: Between Monday – Friday; 8 AM – 5 PM (varies depending on client needs)

Location: Mesa, AZ

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES. Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Maintaining caseload of licensed foster families.
• Complete accurate case documentation & agency paperwork in a timely and correct manner.
• Coordinate services with clients/families and other service providers.
• Conduct monthly home visits for foster families with placements in the home & Quarterly home visits for foster families with no placements in the home.
• Participate in the Child Family Team (CFT) meetings, attend court with the family, participate in Team Decision Meetings (TDM) and other structured engagements with the Department, system partners, birth parents and other activities that support the permanency goal for each child.
• Intercede for the family to reduce conflict or stress between the family and any parties involved.
• Document in QC any communication with entities other than DCS regarding the child in care within ten (10) business days, including but not limited to: the date of contact, name and role of the person contacted, and summary of contact.
• Assure compliance of each foster provider with program policies and state licensing or certification requirements
• Drive personal vehicle to conduct program business
• Access Community Resources for obtaining assistance when needed.
• Educate the family on reasons why some decisions might be made
• Seek resolutions by problem-solving in partnership with the family and elevating concerns when appropriate
• Remain impartial and objective
• Participate and attend staff training as needed (as relevant to program/client needs).
• Complete amendments and renewals within specified timeline and following procedural requirements.
• Ensure compliance of provider files in Extended Reach.
• Attending scheduled program events.
• Assist in the translation of barriers and successes into positive system changes (as relevant to program/client needs).
• Support utilization management functions as needed in conjunction with supervisor.
• Attend external agency meetings as needed to assist your supervisor.
• Assist in improving ongoing program development.
• Drive personal vehicle to conduct program business
• Assist in writing initial home studies if needed.
• Maintain client demographic and licensing information and report this information to Program Manager & Program Coordinator as needed.
• Ability to work within the required programs and technologies needed to perform job duties.
• Complete required reports as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, or Human Services preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with caregivers or working in child welfare.
• This can be a combination of education, experience and completed the training necessary for the type of service they are delivering.
• Ability to relate well with families of varied lifestyles, backgrounds, and ethnicities
• Experience in cultural diversity
• Ability to assess a family’s strengths and needs
• Experience in medication and other interventions
• Ability to recognize abuse and/or neglect in the home

Compliance:

• Relias Training required as assigned
• Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation
• Current Auto Liability Insurance
• 39 Month Motor Vehicle Record
• Must Be At Least 21 Years of Age

We appreciate your interest in our organization. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A New Leaf is an at-will employer. Any offer of employment with A New Leaf is contingent upon a successful consumer report, which includes verification of employment, education, criminal background search, and driving records.

A New Leaf is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

All of our employees enjoy the following benefits: direct deposit, competitive pay, accrued sick time, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), an annual team member appreciation event, and an informal yet professional team environment.

For full-time employees, we also provide the following as part of the total compensation plan: Dental/Vision Coverage, Accrued Sick and Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, 401(K), Tuition Reimbursement, and a Wellness Program. This program has received a Silver Level of excellence in worksite wellness and includes Annual Biometrics, Gym Reimbursements, Wellness Initiatives, Workers Compensation improvements, and much more.