Retention Specialist - Parttime

Children's Wisconsin; United States; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a part-time Foster Parent Engagement Coordinator to oversee the engagement program and improve retention. The role involves community-building among foster families, ensuring access to resources, and providing consistent communication and recognition.

Works 20 hours/week, remote or in-office, with potential collaboration across PR and program leadership. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Social Work, Marketing, or related field, strong communication, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, marketing or related field required.
• Public speaking experience preferred; bilingual a plus.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal; problem solving ability.
• Experience with diverse families and foster care preferred.
• Requires a valid Wisconsin driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee foster parent engagement to reduce withdrawals and improve retention.
• Lead performance and coordination of foster parent retention efforts.
• Foster community connections among Children's foster families.
• Ensure foster parents know available resources and receive support.
• Communicate regularly, recognize contributions, and coordinate with leadership.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual

Problem solving

Diversity & inclusion experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Marketing or related field

Tools

Driver's license (Wisconsin)

Job description

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Every child deserves a safe and loving home. When parents are unable to provide this on their own, intervention is needed to ensure these children are free of abuse and neglect.

We provide child well-being services to help children live in a safe and nurturing environment. We provide services toparents needing education and guidance to improve their parenting skills so their children can remain with them. We also provide services to children who are placed with foster families until they can return home or become part of an adoptive family.

Our experienced professionals provide the following services to families in Milwaukee County and at locations throughout Wisconsin.

• Foster Care
• Treatment Foster Care
• Adoption
• Respite Care
• Child Advocacy Centers
• Family Case Management
• Family Finding

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Position Summary:

Oversees the foster parent engagement program with the goal of reducing the number of applicants that withdrawal or close from the program. Leads the performance and coordination of foster parent retention. Creates a shared Children's foster parent mission and values. Creates connections to build a sense of community among Children's foster families. Ensures foster parents are informed of the resources available to them. Provides consistent communication, encouragement, opportunities to connect, and regular efforts to thank and recognize Children's foster families. May work closely with public relations staff and program leadership. Participates in data collection and reporting activities.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Marketing or related field required.
• Child welfare, foster care licensing and/or adoption experience preferred.
• Requires a valid Wisconsin driver's license.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Experience working with families of diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds strongly preferred.
• Public speaking experience preferred.Bilingual preferred.
• Strong internal and external verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Flexible 1st shift schedule, 20 hours/week while working remotely from home and/or in the office.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.