Remote Foster Parent Recruiter - Change Lives (Contract)

Ennis Center for Children; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ennis Center for Children in Michigan is seeking a Foster Parent Recruiter on a contractual, remote basis at $25 per hour. The role focuses on coordinating recruitment events and supporting county office recruitment efforts.

Applicants must live in Michigan and have relevant experience; responsibilities include collaboration with MDHHS, presenting at community events, and maintaining records, with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in foster home recruitment.
• Experience as a foster parent or relevant experience in child welfare.
• Experience speaking to large groups.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Satisfactory completion of all employment eligibility and Agency hiring requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the local MDHHS office, faith-based communities and key foster/adoptive/kinship parents to implement recruitment services prepared by the county office to meet the county’s recruitment needs, goals, and action steps.
• Collaborate with community partners including faith-based organizations, tribes, LGBTQIA+ community, schools, hospitals and other stakeholders to support foster/adoptive family recruitment reflecting the community’s diversity.
• Send contact information for prospective foster/adoptive parents to the appropriate local county office or statewide recruitment number as appropriate.
• Utilize recruitment material produced/approved by MDHHS External Affairs and Communication Administration.
• Participate in committees, meetings and advisory councils as deemed necessary by MDHHS.
• Present and distribute information on the foster home licensing process at civic clubs, organizations, churches, and community events.
• Input and maintain contact information in the county recruitment tracking spreadsheet.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Core Responsibilities: Promote a positive working environment within the MDHHS, community and the agency.
• Maintain professional and respectful demeanor with Agency employees.
• Participate in training, staff meetings, and Agency activities as required.
• Participate in special projects or assignments as required.
• Comply with Employment Policies & Procedures and Standards of Conduct.
• Maintain confidentiality of Agency matters and refrain from improper discussions.

Skills

Foster recruitment experience

Foster parent experience

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliable transportation

Job description

The Ennis Center for Children in Michigan is seeking a Foster Parent Recruiter on a contractual, remote basis at $25 per hour. The role focuses on coordinating recruitment events and supporting county office recruitment efforts.

Applicants must live in Michigan and have relevant experience; responsibilities include collaboration with MDHHS, presenting at community events, and maintaining records, with a flexible schedule.