Foster Care Recruiter/Trainer/ Licensing Worker

Children's Hope Alliance; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Foster Care Recruiter/Trainer to join their team in Raleigh. This role involves recruiting, training, and licensing families for foster care, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing vital support to foster families. With a focus on work-life balance and family-friendly perks, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about supporting families and children in need, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Generous Parental Leave

Military Reserve Pay

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Hours

Remote Work Options

Birthday PTO

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.
• Certification in foster parent training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and license foster families for placements.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations and conduct in-home visits.
• Prepare training reports and provide ongoing support for families.

Skills

Psychology

Social Work

Foster Parent Training

Case Management

Teaching-Family Model

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Job description

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Description

Are you looking for a workplace that values your well-being and supports your family life? Look no further! At Children's Hope Alliance, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all our employees. Here are some of the family-friendly perks we offer:

• Parental Leave: Generous parental leave policy to cherish family moments.
• Military Reserve Pay: Support for employees serving in military reserves.
• Bereavement Leave: Time to grieve and be with loved ones in times of loss.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours and remote work options.
• Birthday PTO: A day off to celebrate your birthday.

Apply today and start a fulfilling career with us!

Summary

The recruiter/trainer will recruit, train, and license families pursuing family, therapeutic, or IAFT foster parent licensing, and coordinate placement of foster children. The role includes ongoing training of foster parents, model-related topics, CPR, First Aid, MAR, and other regional training needs.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Complete all preservice training within required timeframes; 24 hours annually.
2. Recruit foster care referrals and develop relationships with DSS offices and referral sources.
3. Utilize the Teaching-Family Model for training foster families on safety and strengths.
4. Ensure homes meet licensing regulations and understand foster care and adoption impacts.
5. Assist families with licensing requirements and transfer licenses if applicable.
6. Maintain professional contact with families during training and licensing processes.
7. Conduct in-home visits prior to license transfers.
8. Coordinate secondary reviews of homes if necessary.
9. Ensure homes requesting licensing are staffed before submission.
10. Prepare training reports, individual training plans, and licensing progress updates.
11. Review and submit all documentation needed for licensure.
12. Participate in planning and delivering training, licensing, treatment, and placement services.
13. Represent the agency at community forums and public presentations.
14. Provide monthly support and training groups for foster families and children.
15. Provide case management services as needed, especially during staff absences.
16. Lead foster parent recruitment efforts, maintaining relationships with referral sources.
17. Meet quarterly recruitment quotas.
18. Participate in staff meetings and coordinate with regional staff on foster home needs.
19. Evaluate youth needs for placement matching.
20. Attend orientation and training sessions with foster parents.

Supervision responsibilities: None

All Employees Have The Following Expectations

• Contribute to and support the company mission.
• Prioritize and plan work responsibilities.
• Complete required training and meetings.
• Perform quality work accurately and timely.
• Adhere to policies and interact professionally.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Communicate effectively and accept feedback.
• Work independently with coordination.
• Respect cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity.

Children’s Hope Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field; relevant work experience required.
• Certification or ability to gain certification in foster parent training.
• Experience with the Teaching-Family Model preferred.
• Previous case management or foster care supervision experience preferred.
• Experience recruiting or training foster parents preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, using hands, talking, hearing, reaching, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as needed.
• Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Visual abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Driving and operating a vehicle; valid NC driver’s license required.
• Work environment involves office-related noises; travel to different locations required.

Salary expectations

• Starting at the midpoint of $42,000-$47,000, depending on qualifications and internal factors.

Children’s Hope Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, marital status, veteran status, disability, national origin, sex, or age.