Spanish-Speaking Foster Care Resource Specialist (Remote)

FIVE ACRES; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

Remote options for identified roles

Job summary

FIVE ACRES in West Covina, CA seeks a Resource Family Specialist who is Spanish bilingual to engage new applicants, assess needs, and guide families through the LA County DCFS system. You will conduct home assessments, prepare pre-approval documentation, and maintain records in EHRS.

Responsibilities include client education, collaboration with RFA workers, and facilitating trainings for pre-service and post-approval foster care. A driver license and 32 college units are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least 32 college units with 16 in Social Work, Social Sciences, Humanities, Public Admin or Public Health; or 3+ years in social services.
• Knowledge of DCFS and foster care system preferred.
• Prior foster care experience preferred.
• Valid California driver license with insurance and clean driving record.
• Computer skills to meet documentation needs, including MS Office and EHRS.

Responsibilities

• Initiate contact with new RFA applicants within 2 days and schedule in-person assessment within 5 business days.
• Provide mandatory program orientation to RFA applicants.
• Support and guide families navigating LA County DCFS system.
• Assist applicants in completing pre-approval documentation and clearances.
• Conduct home environment assessments and ensure compliance within 45-day contract.
• Collaborate with county RFA workers on home evaluation and progress.
• Maintain audit-ready applicant files and stay updated on trainings for curriculum delivery.
• Register applicants with Binti EHRS and maintain online records.
• Follow up with approved families to complete renewal requirements.

Skills

Spanish language

communication

computer skills

Education

High school diploma + 16 units in Social Work/related fields or 32 units total

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

EHRS

Binti EHRS

Job description

FIVE ACRES in West Covina, CA seeks a Resource Family Specialist who is Spanish bilingual to engage new applicants, assess needs, and guide families through the LA County DCFS system. You will conduct home assessments, prepare pre-approval documentation, and maintain records in EHRS.

Responsibilities include client education, collaboration with RFA workers, and facilitating trainings for pre-service and post-approval foster care. A driver license and 32 college units are required.