Foster Care Records & Licensing Specialist

OhioGuidestone; Berea (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable non-profit organization

401(k) with employer match

Free CEU trainings

Flexible work schedules

Mileage reimbursement

Employment Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

OhioGuidestone is seeking a dedicated professional to support foster care assessment and administration in Berea, OH. This full-time hybrid role focuses on accurate documentation, timely home studies, and regulatory compliance across SACWIS and ODJFS guidelines.

You will collaborate with support services, supervisors, and foster families to ensure high-quality care, while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to program standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field (LISW, LSW, or LPC preferred).
• Certified adoption assessor or eligible. Must begin certification within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum 1 year of administrative experience in social services, foster care, or adoption preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate OhioGuidestone values and ethics in daily work.
• Maintain confidential client records per privacy regulations.
• Review and approve home study reports and recommendations.
• Assist with home re-certifications within 30 days of assignment.
• Coordinate foster home transfers and addendums.
• Maintain SACWIS reports for each child in foster care.
• Stay updated on ODJFS rules and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support assignment of home studies to assessors.
• Coordinate fingerprinting recertifications as required.
• Attend supervision, team, and interdepartmental meetings.
• Participate in state/county meetings for best practices.
• Build and maintain relationships with foster families.
• Participate in recruitment events to attract foster families.
• Provide onboarding and ongoing training for assessors.
• Monitor assessor performance and develop training plans.
• Audit foster parent files for state and federal reviews.
• Assist with investigations of abuse or safety concerns.
• Participate in special events or program changes as needed.
• Exhibit flexibility and a positive team culture.

Skills

Mission driven

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Documentation

Crisis management by phone

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master in Social Work/ Psychology

Certified adoption assessor eligibility

Experience with SACWIS systems

Tools

SACWIS

Job description

OhioGuidestone is seeking a dedicated professional to support foster care assessment and administration in Berea, OH. This full-time hybrid role focuses on accurate documentation, timely home studies, and regulatory compliance across SACWIS and ODJFS guidelines.

You will collaborate with support services, supervisors, and foster families to ensure high-quality care, while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to program standards.