Foster Family Services Consultant

Boys Town • Omaha, NE

3d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Boys Town is seeking a passionate Foster Family Services Consultant in Omaha, NE, to support children and families by placing children in safe, supportive foster homes. This role involves developing service plans, guiding foster families, and ensuring children thrive. The position offers a starting pay of $20-23/hour and is full-time, primarily with weekday shifts and an on-call rotation, requiring some early mornings and evenings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Human Services or related field
• 1+ year experience working with children and families
• Ability to provide own transportation to complete travel requirements of job
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check
• Meet auto insurance requirements established by Boys Town policy and/or State and Local laws
• Available rotationally to provide crisis response
• Must be available to work non-traditional business hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in high-stress situations and diverse environments
• Must travel to homes and community settings, including those with pets or poor living conditions
• Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families.
• Duties are performed in a variety of environments ranging from highly stressful and potentially aggressive to casual and leisurely, in both indoor and outdoor settings.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to outside weather conditions and maybe required to visit homes with substandard living conditions and domestic pets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate foster care placements and develop individualized service plans
• Set and evaluate short- and long-term goals for each child
• Monitor and support foster families through regular visits and training
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and community professionals
• Respond to client emergencies and assist in reunification or aftercare services
• Serve as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – Affordable, with free services at Boys Town Clinics
• 401(k) with 100% Match – Up to 6% of your salary
• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition Assistance – Continue your education while making an impact
• Employee Assistance Program – Free support for you and your family
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance

What This Job Offers

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