Foster Care Placement Coordinator

Ariel Clinical Services • Wheat Ridge, CO

just now • Hybrid

About The Position

The Foster Care Placement Coordinator coordinates foster care home certification activities and supports the placement of children into approved foster care and residential settings. The role works closely with the Program Manager and Foster Care team to support daily operations, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintain effective communication throughout the placement process. Ariel Clinical Services has been in business for over 30 years and has grown significantly, offering a broad range of services including residential programs, vocational support, foster care and adoption, and therapy. The organization has expanded its reach beyond the Western Slope to Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo. Ariel values its community and is committed to staying engaged through financial contributions and service initiatives. As the company continues to grow, it is also committed to fostering professional growth for its team, with many entry-level roles offering clear pathways for advancement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences.
• One year of experience coordinating foster care, licensure, or child welfare–related documentation in a human services setting.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with all records and information.
• The ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written format in both individual and group settings.
• Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, complete a wide variety of tasks in a timely and accurate fashion and direct others, as needed.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to anticipate, conceptualize and communicate an individual’s unique needs with the interdisciplinary team.
• Exercise independent judgment within the scope and boundaries of the department, the Agency’s Standard Operating Procedures, and Federal, State and Local Rules and Regulations regarding department operations.
• Knowledge of human development regarding major milestones of development, and normal development parameters.
• Ability to provide reliable, insured transportation for self and others through the community served.
• Ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested.
• Central Registry for child abuse
• Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)
• CBI Sex Offender Background Check
• National Sex Offender Background Check
• Federal Background Investigation (FBI) in CO > 2yrs
• Reference check
• Office of Inspector General
• Driver’s License Record
• Reliable Automobile with adequate, valid auto insurance
• I-9 Documentation
• Official Transcripts

Nice To Haves

• Current Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) Certification.
• One year of experience communicating and coordinating with internal teams and external agencies (CDHS, providers, or licensing entities) to support placements or case related activities.
• One year experience maintaining accurate and timely case records, tracking deadlines, certification status and required documentation for certification of Foster Homes.
• Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) Certification at next available opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate foster care home certification and placement activities in accordance with federal, state, county, and agency policies, rules, and regulations, with a focus on child safety and compliance.
• Complete, coordinate, and review Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) home studies and annual updates as part of the foster parent licensure process.
• Support placement matching by coordinating information among foster homes, case managers, and referral agencies to meet individual child placement needs.
• Assist with communication and coordination with the Department of Human Services and other collaborative agencies, maintaining positive and professional working relationships.
• Support the recruitment, screening, coordination, and scheduling of training activities for prospective foster families.
• Assist with documentation and communication related to foster care provider and case management rates, as directed by the Program Manager.
• Participate in ongoing program evaluation activities by providing input, data, and feedback to support program effectiveness and improvement efforts.
• Provide support to case managers by coordinating information, documentation, and resources as needed.
• Navigate multiple stakeholders to support timely and appropriate placements while adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Maintain working knowledge of Volume VII rules and regulations, HCPF program funding streams, and foster care placement requirements relevant to assigned duties.
• Perform case management related duties as assigned and within scope to support program operations.
• Work closely with other Ariel Programs and offices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance Premiums are 100% covered by Ariel, which averages to an additional $4.80/hour to your total compensation!
• HSA & HSA employer contribution
• FSA
• Vision
• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays. Total of 30 paid days off in the first year.
• $50/month; $600/year with Lifestyle Spending Account
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Legal & ID Shield through MetLife
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 4% at one year anniversary
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employer provided work phone and computer
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level