Social Worker-Certification Specialist - Fresno

Enriching Lives; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Enriching Lives is seeking an Experienced Social Worker (Certification Specialist Emphasis) in Fresno, CA to recruit, screen, and certify Foster Family Homes and Adult Family Homes. You will ensure compliance with certification requirements and company policies while supporting Providers and stakeholders.

The role requires a related Bachelor's degree and 1–2 years of applicable experience; proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and 1–2 years related experience preferred.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and certify Foster Parents and Family Home Providers.
• Generate leads through outreach, events, and referrals.
• Provide training and information sessions for potential Providers.

Skills

Recruitment lead

Screening

Certifications

Public speaking

Customer service

CPR

First Aid

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Fresno - Fresno, CA 93720

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $24.00 - $26.40 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Road Warrior

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

The Social Worker (Certification Specialist Emphasis) develops qualified Foster Family Homes and Adult Family Homes by recruiting, screening, and certifying Foster Parents and Family Home Providers. The Social Worker (Certification Specialist Emphasis) ensures initial and ongoing certification requirements are met and that developed homes and Providers are in alignment with the philosophy and values of the company as well as all internal and external regulations and policies.

Essential Job Functions

• Upholds the mission and vision of Enriching Lives in the screening and development of homes.
• Generates leads for Providers through advertising, word of mouth referrals, presentations, community organizations and other events.
• Conducts information sessions & educational opportunities for potential Providers.
• Provides CPR, FA, NCI, and Intro to FHA Services to employees and potential Providers as required.
• Conducts monthly educational opportunities as required.
• Performs application reviews, home studies, interviews, documentation verification, medical reviews, reference checks, etc as part of the certification process.
• Reviews potential candidates with Administrator and provides recommendations on moving forward on candidates or screening them out.
• Ensures Providers understand their Independent Contractor Relationship with the company.
• Maintains all required certification documentation of Providers in accordance with internal and external regulations and policies including verification that all certification requirements are met, current contracts are in place, etc.
• Monitors and supports the Providers during initial and ongoing certification home visits. Notifies management immediately of any material changes affecting the status of Individuals or Provider Homes.
• Manages and tracks the recruitment budget.
• Assists and provides recommendations in the matching process between Individuals and Providers.
• Assists with Provider retention.
• Provides crisis management support and rotating on call coverage to Individuals & Providers as required.
• Provides excellent customer service and response timeliness to stakeholders such as Individuals, Families, Regional Center, and Family Home Providers.
• Develops external relationships with community individuals, agencies, and organizations in the recruitment of Providers.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with all Individuals, families, funding sources and regulatory agencies, as appropriate, and monitors their satisfaction with services.
• Participates in training as required.
• Assist Individuals with transportation and moving as needed.
• Functions as a Social Worker (Coordinator Emphasis) as required during development and transition stages.
• Performs other duties as assigned. May work on special assignments in addition to normal job functions.

Requirements & Qualifications

Supervisory Requirements

None.

Education and/or Experience

Related bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from four-year college or University plus one to two years related experience preferred; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employers of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Vision

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors, Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

First Aid and CPR certification, Valid driver’s license and insurance, driving record must meet state regulations and company policy.

Other Requirements

Safe and reliable vehicle. Ability to travel as required. Must meet all federal, state, and internal employment requirements including, but not limited to: Background checks and Physical/TB/Drug screening.

Physical Demand

• Stand Under 1/3
• Walk Under 1/3
• Sit 1/3 to 2/3
• Reach Vertical Under 1/3
• Reach Horizontal Under 1/3
• Climb or Balance Under 1/3
• Twist Under 1/3
• Bend Under 1/3
• Squat Under 1/3
• Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl Under 1/3
• Physical Intervention Under 1/3
• Talk or Hear Over 2/3
• Taste or Smell Under 1/3
• Type Under 1/3
• Drive Under 1/3

Lifting Weight or Exerting Force

• Up to 10 Pounds Under 1/3
• Up to 25 Pounds Under 1/3
• Up to 50 Pounds Under 1/3
• Up to 100 Pounds Under 1/3
• More than 100 Pounds Under 1/3

Working Environment

• Wet or Humid Conditions (Non-Weather) Rarely
• Work Near Mechanical Moving Parts Rarely
• Work in High, Precarious Places Rarely
• Fumes or Airborne Particles Rarely
• Toxic or Caustic Chemicals Under 1/3
• Outdoor Weather Conditions Under 1/3
• Extreme Cold (Non-Weather) Rarely
• Risk of Electrical Shock Rarely
• Work with Explosives Rarely
• Risk of Radiation Rarely
• Vibration Rarely
• Level of Noise Moderate Noise: Business Office, Community, Residences