Foster Care Recruiter Licensing Specialist

Bethany Christian Services USA

4h

About The Position

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact. As a Foster Care Recruiter Licensing Specialist, you’ll walk alongside unaccompanied children as they seek family reunification, older youth preparing for adulthood in a new country, and foster families who give these children a home away from home.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field of study from an accredited college
• Demonstrated ability with clinical, interviewing, perceptual, diagnostic and family assessment skills
• Demonstrated ability to relate well and work well with others
• Eligible to obtain professional licensure in the state of the work location
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with high initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries
• Exhibit integrity and good moral character to provide appropriate care
• Possess the relevant experience and/or qualifications to work with these clients and clients with special needs
• Be properly trained and licensed, as necessary
• Must be able to show proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route: TDap or Tdap: Complete primary vaccination series. If primary vaccination series completed in childhood, one Tdap dose in adulthood.
• Results of medical examination (as required by State Licensing, including results of TB tests and immunization records)
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Human Services or related field of study from an accredited college
• Prior experience working in foster care or child welfare
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Recruit and license foster homes, to include conducting trainings and monitoring training progress of homes
• Re-license homes, complete annual evaluations, coordinate transfers, relocations and closures of foster homes
• Conduct post-placement follow-up on foster homes
• Work with the assigned case manager and supervisors at the respective site
• Maintain current available homes and on-call list for future referrals
• Coordinate placement plans with foster care supervisor when Bethany has a potential resource
• Coordinate the functions of the respite program and facilitate substitute care in accordance with state and contract policy, when needed
• Conduct the orientation pre-service training for foster home requirements
• Develop, plan, coordinate, and facilitate on-going foster parent training programs
• Serve as a consultant to case managers regarding foster home issues or problems
• Participate in foster parent activities and meetings
• Assist in coordinating special events, such as but not limited to the Foster Parent Appreciation Dinner
• Develop written materials for foster parents, such as a handbook, brochures, and other informational material
• Attend area coalition meetings
• Plan and participate in the annual Foster/Adopt conferences
• Participate in team meetings and/or individual supervision to review ongoing foster home issues to ensure families’ needs are met
• Evaluate issues of recruitment, retention, and advocacy of foster families
• Investigate complaints on foster homes and work cooperatively with law enforcement and child protective services, as needed
• Participate in 24 hour on-call schedule rotation when needed
• Promptly respond to emergency placement needs outside of normal business hours
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event
• Complete other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO YourWay, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employer paid long-term disability and group term life insurance

What This Job Offers

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