Foster Care Program Lead & Trainer

Compass Connections; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Connections in the United States seeks a dedicated foster care specialist to manage cases and support foster families. You will provide crisis intervention, regulations compliance, and ongoing training to foster parents while maintaining meticulous records and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

The role requires strong teamwork, confidentiality, and the ability to travel between locations as needed. A bachelor's in social work is required; a master's is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field is required.
• Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
• First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention certifications.
• Two+ years of experience with children with mental health or behavioral disabilities in residential setting.
• Two+ years of child placing experience.

Responsibilities

• Meet federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.
• Maintain a caseload in accordance with agency policies and contract standards.
• Train and evaluate foster parents to implement the agency behavior management model.
• Provide ongoing face-to-face supervision of foster parents according to program requirements.
• Maintain accurate and current foster care records.
• Intervene in crisis situations involving foster children or families.
• Provide pre-service and in-service training to foster parents as necessary.
• Prepare daily census and department reports as assigned.
• Maintain relationships with foster parents, agency staff, and external partners.
• Participate in on-call duties and responsibilities.
• Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Implement Compass Connections safety protocols in emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas of service population and operations.
• Uphold Compass Connections professional and ethical standards.
• Support, encourage, and recruit foster parents.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Documentation and recordkeeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Master's degree in social work or related field (preferred)

Job description

Compass Connections in the United States seeks a dedicated foster care specialist to manage cases and support foster families. You will provide crisis intervention, regulations compliance, and ongoing training to foster parents while maintaining meticulous records and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

The role requires strong teamwork, confidentiality, and the ability to travel between locations as needed. A bachelor's in social work is required; a master's is preferred.