Foster Home Developer

Upbring•Richardson, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values: We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion. We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. The Foster Home Developer develops and implements a comprehensive recruitment and retention strategy and program to recruit new families for the Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URM) in accordance with agency standards, licensing and CARF accreditation standards and LIRS (Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services) requirements. The mission of the Upbring Unaccompanied Refugee Minor (URM) Program is to promote effective resettlement and rapid self-sufficiency for refugees in the state. The program’s vision of effective resettlement is to establish community services and programs that support unaccompanied refugee minors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field
One (1) year of relevant experience
Bilingual (English and Spanish) based on service area and service population
Must be able to adapt to change and work evenings & weekends
Valid Texas Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance; ability to meet Agency insurance provider guidelines as an insured and approved driver
Strong interpersonal and people skills with the ability to work with children and adults from diverse backgrounds
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to write case notes in a clear and concise manner and with no grammatical errors
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to use sound judgement and empathy
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field
Past ORR Foster Program experience

Responsibilities

Provide case management services and support to foster care parents and families and URM in accordance with licensing standards, agency, LIRS requirements and CARF accreditation requirements
Provide recruitment, intake/eligibility process, verification, assessment, approval, placement, and referral services to prospective foster care parents and families and URM
Provide program training requirements to foster families and program staff. Provide trainings to children as needed
Monitor foster care homes to ensure homes follow Agency requirements, ORR Policies & Procedures and minimum standards for Child Placing agencies, including conducting foster home visits as needed to meet program policies and procedures
Work evenings and weekends as needed or requested by Program Director
Assist children’s case managers and Program Director with reviewing and screening referrals to ensure URM are appropriate for foster care placement
Provide trainings to staff and foster parents as needed to meet Agency requirements, ORR Policies and Procedures and Minimum Standards for Child Placing Agencies