Foster Parent Support Specialist
4KIDS•Delray Beach, FL
•Hybrid
About The Position
Foster Parent Support Specialist Are you called to a meaningful career dedicated to providing Hope, Homes, and Healing for children in foster care? 4KIDS is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Foster Parent Support Specialist to provide guidance, advocacy, and support services to foster families and the children placed in their care.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field required
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to the Christian faith and the mission, vision, and core values at 4KIDS
- Minimum of one year of experience working with children and families in foster care, child welfare, crisis intervention, or family support services
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organization skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings as needed for home visits
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Must have reliable transportation that can be used for work purposes
- Must have and maintain a valid Florida driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Child Welfare certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong, supportive relationships with foster families through regular communication and ongoing support
- Provide on-call and crisis support services to foster families as needed
- Offer spiritual encouragement, prayer, and faith-based support consistent with the mission and values of 4KIDS
- Complete and maintain accurate case documentation, reports, and program records in compliance with Florida statutes and agency requirements
- Advocate for services and resources that support the well-being and stability of children and foster families
- Conduct home visits, every 90 days, with each licensed foster family
- Attend court hearings when necessary and support foster families through the legal process
- Coordinate services with DCF, CBC lead agencies, schools, medical providers and community partners
- Facilitate and participate in foster parent support groups, trainings, and family engagement activities
- Relicense foster homes in caseload within established timelines
- Monitor and maintain compliance related requirements, including Extended Reach documentation due dates
- Maintains current knowledge of Florida Statutes and CBC lead agency standards
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- disability
- retirement with match
- Generous PTO and holiday schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
