Foster Parent Support Specialist

4KIDS; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best Christian Workplace

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO and holidays

Mission-driven team culture

Job summary

4KIDS in Broward County seeks a compassionate Foster Parent Support Specialist to guide, advocate, and provide support to foster families and the children in their care. The role focuses on building strong relationships, crisis support, and faith-based encouragement aligned with 4KIDS values.

You will conduct home visits every 90 days, coordinate with DCF and schools, attend court hearings when needed, and help connect families with services and resources to promote stability and healing for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field.
• Christian faith and alignment with 4KIDS mission and values.
• Child Welfare certification preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience with children and families in foster care or related services.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Flexible hours including evenings for home visits.
• Must have reliable transportation and valid Florida driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong, supportive relationships with foster families via regular communication and ongoing support.
• Provide on-call and crisis support to foster families as needed.
• Advocate for services and resources to support child and family well‑being.
• Complete and maintain accurate case documentation and program records per Florida statutes.
• Conduct home visits every 90 days with each licensed foster family.
• Attend court hearings when necessary and support families through the legal process.
• Coordinate services with DCF, CBC lead agencies, schools, medical providers and community partners.
• Facilitate and participate in foster parent support groups and trainings.
• Relicense foster homes within caseload timelines and monitor compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field

Florida driver's license

Job description

Foster Parent Support Specialist - Broward County

Are you called to a meaningful career dedicated to providing Hope, Homes, and Healing for children in foster care? 4KIDS is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Foster Parent Support Specialist to provide guidance, advocacy, and support services to foster families and the children placed in their care.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong, supportive relationships with foster families through regular communication and ongoing support


• Provide on-call and crisis support services to foster families as needed


• Offer spiritual encouragement, prayer, and faith-based support consistent with the mission and values of 4KIDS


• Complete and maintain accurate case documentation, reports, and program records in compliance with Florida statutes and agency requirements


• Advocate for services and resources that support the well-being and stability of children and foster families


• Conduct home visits, every 90 days, with each licensed foster family


• Attend court hearings when necessary and support foster families through the legal process


• Coordinate services with DCF, CBC lead agencies, schools, medical providers and community partners


• Facilitate and participate in foster parent support groups, trainings, and family engagement activities


• Relicense foster homes in caseload within established timelines


• Monitor and maintain compliance related requirements, including Extended Reach documentation due dates


• Maintains current knowledge of Florida Statutes and CBC lead agency standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field required


• Demonstrate a personal commitment to the Christian faith and the mission, vision, and core values at 4KIDS


• Child Welfare certification preferred


• Minimum of one year of experience working with children and families in foster care, child welfare, crisis intervention, or family support services


• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organization skills


• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings as needed for home visits


• Proficient in Microsoft Office


• Must have reliable transportation that can be used for work purposes


• Must have and maintain a valid Florida driver's license

Why Join 4KIDS?

• Certified Best Christian Workplace 9 years running


• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement with match)


• Generous PTO and holiday schedule


• Supportive, mission-driven team culture


• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families