Foster Parent Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator

Youth Connected Program•Santa Ana, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Foster Parent Recruitment & Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing outreach strategies to recruit foster parents (Resource Families). This is a community-facing role focused on public presentations, tabling events, relationship-building, and generating qualified leads. This position does not provide case management services.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age
BA/BS in related field required. Experience in recruiting and supporting Resource Homes is strongly preferred both in Orange County and LA County.
Bilingual Required
Knowledge of California’s Resource Family Approval (RFA) process preferred.
Demonstrated public speaking and training skills with strong interpersonal skills
Understanding of the foster care system and the needs of youth in care or child welfare.
Experience in the development of new programs and enhancement of existing ones.
Makes sound and timely decisions under pressure. Recognizes what is most suitable in particular situations. Effectively makes decisions in non-standard situations. Exhibits independence, decisiveness and responsibility.
Ability to work under pressure, manage and meet deadlines.
Strong relationship-building and screening skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours in order to assist the program
Must be highly motivated and able to take initiative
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent computer, typing, and Microsoft Office software skills and the ability to effectively use database systems to perform the essential job functions
Ability to fluently read, write, and speak English and Spanish
Travel throughout various counties as needed to implement various recruiting strategies and other forms of outreach and engagement.
Pass a medical examination, including TB clearance
Maintain certification in Nonviolence Crisis Intervention, First Aid/CPR and other program required trainings.
Use personal vehicle for travel
Possess a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. Position requires DMV clearance.
Pre-employment screenings include criminal background check, FBI/DOJ/CACI fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, and previous employment verification.
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Nice To Haves

Knowledge of California’s Resource Family Approval (RFA) process preferred.
Experience in recruiting and supporting Resource Homes is strongly preferred both in Orange County and LA County.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement recruitment and outreach strategies to attract and engage prospective foster parents.
Serves as the primary point of contact for prospective foster parents throughout the application and approval process.
This position collaborates with other Orangewood Foundation departments and is responsible for meeting recruitment goals.
In collaboration with the marketing department, manages the marketing efforts for the recruitment of viable foster parent applicants through an aggressive marketing plan that is tailored to our population served to retain a pool of approved and qualified families.
Is responsible for the development and ongoing professional connections in the community to ensure the visibility of the agency with community partners and to maintain and expand referral and resource base
Leads the recruitment pipeline from initial inquiry through orientation and application submission.
Creates, leads and executes trauma-informed training for all families for initial and ongoing approval during weekend and evening hours as identified to meet the schedule of the Resource Homes
Tracks recruitment data and reports on outreach outcomes.
Facilitates orientation and pre-service training for prospective foster parents.
Maintains all written communications for Resource Homes, including but not limited to the handbook, recruitment materials, and program documentation
Ensure data on recruitment meets operational and performance benchmarks and data accuracy is in adherence for reporting
Acquires, maintains, teaches and demonstrates knowledge of Child Abuse Prevention, Evidence-based practices, and Trauma-Informed frameworks.
Maintains knowledge of RFA regulations to ensure recruitment efforts align with licensing standards.
Maintain current knowledge of CA resource home approval process, recruitment practices, Title 22, Interim Licensing Standards, and trends in child welfare that affect foster care.
Recruiting and retention strategies include a diverse set of initiatives from outreach, public speaking, and community networking. The Recruiter will utilize both interpersonal and technological skills to implement these strategies.
Lead orientation sessions for prospective Resource Homes, both online and in person. Ability to teach/train preservice and ongoing training needed for the development of the Resource Home.
Represent the agency at community events, resource fairs, faith-based events, and tabling opportunities.
Conduct public presentations to community groups, schools, churches, and partner organizations.
Develop partnerships with community organizations to generate and maintain a foster parent leads.
Meet and exceed monthly/quarterly recruitment goals.
Manage lead tracking and follow-up from initial inquiry to orientation attendance.
Develop creative outreach strategies targeting diverse communities.