Recruiter/Trainer - Full Time - VA

UNKNOWN; Big Stone Gap (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Health in Virginia seeks a Recruiter/Trainer to provide recruitment, selection and training of foster and adoptive families for the TRACES and Families 4-Ever programs. May also carry a small therapeutic foster care or adoption caseload.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field, a valid driver’s license, and experience in mental health case management or adoption services. You will develop and deliver training, coordinate with partners, and support families through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must possess or obtain highest level of certification appropriate to degree.
• Experience in mental health case management or therapeutic foster case or adoption services required.
• Prefer 2 years experience in therapeutic foster care or adoption services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies for foster and adoptive families.
• Screen and interview prospective foster/adoptive parents.
• Coordinate home studies and liaise with DCS, courts, attorneys, and schools.
• Deliver training, including the required 40 hours of pre-service training.
• Maintain client confidentiality and uphold program guidelines.

Skills

Recruitment

Training delivery

Case management

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mental health related field

Job description

JOB TITLE Recruiter/Trainer

SUMMARY

Provide recruitment, selection and training of foster and adoptive families for the TRACES and Families 4-Ever programs. May also carry a small therapeutic foster care or adoption caseload.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Bachelor’s degree in mental health related field preferred.

Licensure: Valid driver’s license.

Certification: Must possess or obtain highest level of certification appropriate to degree.

Experience: Experience in mental health case management, therapeutic foster case or adoption services required. Prefer 2 years experience in therapeutic foster care or adoption services.

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of therapeutic foster care, home studies, adoptions or continuum programs.

Verbal/written communication skills.

Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations.

Ability to safely operate motor vehicle.

Ability to develop and implement training programs.

EQUIPMENT: Computer, fax, copier, motor vehicle and any other equipment required to perform the functions of the position.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop and implement creative marketing strategies for recruitment of foster and adoptive parents using media, civic, church and other speaking engagements and presentations.
2. Conduct interviews with individuals and/or family members in a therapeutic manner so as to obtain critical and thorough information, provide written documentation of information obtained and exercise good judgment in evaluating situation, making decisions and implementing effective strategies.
3. Screen, interview and select prospective foster and adoptive parents.
4. Complete all home study requirements according to policy and training curriculum guidelines on selected applicants and coordinate w/ DCS, the court system, attorneys and the school systems.
5. Develop and implement the required 40 hours of pre-service training for selected applicants and assist in the ongoing training with existing foster and adoptive parents on a bi-monthly basis.
6. Will maintain a small caseload of therapeutic foster care of adoption cases until assigned to another case worker and be able to perform all required contacts and paperwork for these cases according to specific program guidelines.
7. Maintain client confidentiality according to Center policies.
8. Remain current in knowledge of community resources and how to access those resources.
9. Keep supervisors apprised of all critical or emergency situations.
10. Responds to emergency/crisis or walk-in situations calmly, rationally and in accordance with center policy and procedures.
11. Participate in inservice training and orientation and provide consultation and education services to the community as requested by supervisor/administration.
12. Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle to ensure the delivery of community based services.
13. Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and inservices and individual program planning staffings as needed.
14. All other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following listing applies to every employee. All employees of the organization are expected to:

1. Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values of excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership.
2. Exercise necessary cost control measures.
3. Maintain positive internal and external customer service relationships.
4. Demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed.
5. Plan and organize work effectively and ensure its completion.
6. Demonstrate reliability by arriving to work on time and utilizing effective time management.
7. Meet all productivity requirements.
8. Demonstrate team behavior and must be willing to promote a team-oriented environment.
9. Represent the organization professionally at all times.
10. Demonstrate initiative and strive to continually improve processes and relationships.
11. Follow all Frontier Health rules, policies and procedures as well as any applicable laws and standards.

Initial and every three years have background and fingerprint checks.

Frontier Health is a Trauma-Informed Workplace.

At Frontier Health, we prioritize a culture of safety, trust, support, and inclusion. As a trauma-informed workplace, we foster a supportive environment where every employee is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Frontier Health provides competitive benefits and continuing education opportunities.

Frontier Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Frontier Health to provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.