Foster Care Family Recruiter

Lutheran Services Carolinas•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) is seeking a full-time Foster Care Recruiter to join their Child and Family communities. This role is crucial for expanding LSC's network of caregivers by recruiting, screening, and enrolling foster families, treatment foster families, and Host Homes. The position involves building community relationships, promoting foster care opportunities, and guiding prospective families through the enrollment process. For Transitional Living Foster Care programs, the focus will be on recruiting and supporting Host Homes.

Requirements

Minimum Associate's degree required.
Minimum of two years of experience in marketing, sales, public relations, communications, recruitment, or community outreach.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
Ability to travel regularly within assigned service regions.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and navigate various community locations.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred in Communications, Marketing, Human Services, Social Work, Public Relations, or a related field.
Experience related to foster care, child welfare, or human services is preferred.
Knowledge of foster care programs and licensing requirements is a plus.
Comfortable speaking to individuals, groups, and large audiences.
Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking communication skills.
Strong promotional, networking, and relationship-building abilities.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Self-motivated, goal-driven, and able to work independently.
Strong time-management and follow-up skills.
Ability to learn and effectively communicate foster care requirements and program information.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Represent Lutheran Services Carolinas professionally throughout the community.
Develop and implement annual recruitment and promotional plans for foster families, treatment foster families, and Host Homes.
Promote foster parenting and Host Home opportunities to individuals, organizations, faith communities, and community groups within targeted service areas.
Utilize LSC's established marketing, outreach, and sales strategies to achieve recruitment goals.
Build and maintain relationships with referral sources and community partners.
Identify and engage prospective foster parents and Host Home providers through community outreach and networking efforts.
Educate potential caregivers on foster care programs, requirements, expectations, and levels of care.
Screen prospective foster parents and Host Home providers to determine program fit and eligibility.
Partner with program staff to support enrollment and licensing processes for qualified families and Host Homes.
Maintain accurate recruitment records, contact logs, and outreach data.
Provide outstanding customer service to all prospects, families, and community partners.
Follow all Lutheran Services Carolinas policies, procedures, and program standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.