Foster Home Recruitment and Licensing Specialist

Camelot Community Care; Florida; On-site; USD 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Job summary

Camelot Community Care is looking for a dedicated professional in the Palm Beach Office to manage the recruitment and support of foster homes. This role involves ensuring compliance with licensing standards and providing training for foster parents.

The candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in a human service field and at least two years of relevant experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for succeeding in this position.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience with the foster care system.
• Possess a current Background Clearance Screening Letter.
• Possess a valid driver's license and be insurable.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and retain licensed foster homes according to contractual requirements.
• Conduct foster home visits and evaluate for compliance with licensing standards.
• Complete home study and other assessment documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to effectively assess potential foster parents

Proficient in Microsoft Office products

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a human service field

Job description

Job Location: Palm Beach Office - Greenacres, FL 33463

Salary Range: $45,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the recruitment, training, licensing and support of foster homes in various programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruits foster homes on an ongoing basis according to programmatic and contractual requirements resulting in licensed homes to adequately meet placement needs.
• Successfully retains licensed foster homes through providing ongoing support to foster parents.
• Conducts foster home visits as required by contract or as assigned by the program supervisor and evaluates the home and family for continued compliance with licensing standards and for appropriate care in the home.
• Completes the home study and other assessment documents thoroughly to include an in-depth review of the potential family's appropriateness to be a foster parent.
• Completes initial licensing packets according to contractual, programmatic and regulatory requirements.
• Completes all re-licensing packets according to contractual, programmatic and regulatory requirements.
• Responds to all foster parent inquiries in a timely manner.
• Conducts or participates in regularly scheduled new foster parent orientation sessions.
• Conducts or participates in all required pre‑service and ongoing training of foster parents according to contractual, programmatic and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains accurate foster parent licensing files, monthly activities/status reports and records regarding licensing status of each foster home.
• Attends all required meetings held by the program, funders and contractors.
• Assists with the placement of foster children, coordinates respite for foster/adoptive families and assists in identifying alternative placements for children experiencing a planned or unplanned disruption.
• Maintains accurate records in all required databases and reporting systems required by Camelot Community Care or its funders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in a human service field with at least 2 years of relevant experience with the foster care system.
• Possess a current Background Clearance Screening Letter.
• Possess a valid driver's license and be insurable by the agency's current insurance carrier if using a company automobile.
• If conducting initial foster parent training, MAPP or other state‑mandated certification is required.
• Child Welfare Certification.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively assess potential foster parent for appropriateness to be licensed.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Proficient in computer usage including Microsoft Office products.