Foster Home Assessor & Kinship Training Specialist

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is seeking a dedicated social worker to perform casework duties, providing support for foster parents and conducting home assessments. The role requires effective collaboration with various departments and clear communication skills.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED with relevant experience, and an associate's or bachelor's degree in social work is preferred. Bilingual candidates in Spanish will have an advantage. This position entails travel across locations, necessitating a valid NYS driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with relevant experience required.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's or bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and complete recertifications and home visits for foster homes.
• Facilitate Kinship MAPP/Deciding Together trainings.
• Represent the agency at various meetings and events.
• Collaborate with the Intake/Training Department.
• Enter documentation in LFCS Intranet and OCFS Connections database.
• Establish effective working relationships and verify information through interviews.
• Prepare and present reports on foster homes.

Skills

Social casework knowledge

Bilingual in Spanish

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in social work

Job description

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is seeking a dedicated social worker to perform casework duties, providing support for foster parents and conducting home assessments. The role requires effective collaboration with various departments and clear communication skills.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED with relevant experience, and an associate's or bachelor's degree in social work is preferred. Bilingual candidates in Spanish will have an advantage. This position entails travel across locations, necessitating a valid NYS driver’s license.