Permanency-Driven Foster Care Recruiter

Children's Home Society of North Carolina; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child-Focused Recruiter at Children's Home Society of North Carolina serves youth in the foster care system, aiming for legal permanency through guardianship or adoption. The role emphasizes collaboration with family, community connections, youth, and their professional teams.

Responsibilities include identifying permanent homes, conducting diligent searches, coordinating with DSS staff, and advocating for youth’s future through referrals, outreach, and trauma-informed practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Social Work or related human services field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the human services field; adoption or foster care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify permanent, safe homes for youth by exploring family and past networks.
• Conduct interviews, case record reviews, and resource searches to locate supports.
• Collaborate with DSS staff, case managers, and other teams to support permanency goals.
• Provide outreach to solicit referrals and engage community partners.
• Adhere to program requirements including documentation and reporting.

Skills

Foster care knowledge

DSS collaboration

Trauma-informed approach

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field

Job description

The Child-Focused Recruiter at Children's Home Society of North Carolina serves youth in the foster care system, aiming for legal permanency through guardianship or adoption. The role emphasizes collaboration with family, community connections, youth, and their professional teams.

Responsibilities include identifying permanent homes, conducting diligent searches, coordinating with DSS staff, and advocating for youth’s future through referrals, outreach, and trauma-informed practice.