Foster Family Recruitment Specialist — Build Hope

Buckner International; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner Children and Family Services in Lufkin, TX is seeking a Home Developer to coordinate and implement recruitment of families to become Buckner foster parents and to promote Buckner Foster Care services in the community. You will assess prospective families, monitor and support licensed foster parents, and collaborate with social work teams to ensure safety and well-being of children.

This full-time onsite role requires a Bachelor's degree and knowledge of training programs and community

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Extensive knowledge of modern methods for specialized training programs.
• Knowledge of administration of training programs and social work literature.
• Knowledge of community health, education, recreation needs, and state resources.
• Ability to drive a vehicle with valid license; proof of liability insurance; must be 21+.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement recruitment of families to become Buckner foster parents.
• Promote Buckner Foster Care services to the community.
• Provide ongoing assessment of prospective families.
• Monitor and develop licensed foster parents.
• Collaborate with teams to support children's safety and well-being.

Skills

Community outreach

Training program knowledge

Social work literature

Driving

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Job description

Buckner Children and Family Services in Lufkin, TX is seeking a Home Developer to coordinate and implement recruitment of families to become Buckner foster parents and to promote Buckner Foster Care services in the community. You will assess prospective families, monitor and support licensed foster parents, and collaborate with social work teams to ensure safety and well-being of children.

This full-time onsite role requires a Bachelor's degree and knowledge of training programs and community