Foster Care Licensing & Training Specialist

Partnership-For-Strong-Families-Inc; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Partnership-For-Strong-Families-Inc seeks a Licensing Specialist to assess, educate, and support families through the foster licensing process. The role involves conducting home studies, interviews, and background checks, while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety standards.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in psychology or social work, and Florida driving privileges. CPP certification within 12 months is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a closely related field.
• CPP certification or CPP eligibility is required or preferred.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida driver’s license at hire and ongoing.

Responsibilities

• Assess prospective foster and kinship families to determine licensure eligibility.
• Conduct home studies, family assessments, interviews, and background checks.
• Educate and prepare foster parents on licensing responsibilities and requirements.
• Facilitate pre-service and ongoing training for potential foster families.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records in agency databases.
• Ensure compliance with licensing standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Foster licensing

Home studies

Record keeping

Regulatory compliance

Interviewing

Training facilitation

Cultural competency

Trauma-informed care

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or social work

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Partnership-For-Strong-Families-Inc seeks a Licensing Specialist to assess, educate, and support families through the foster licensing process. The role involves conducting home studies, interviews, and background checks, while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety standards.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in psychology or social work, and Florida driving privileges. CPP certification within 12 months is preferred.