Full Time Foster Parent - Albany County

Children • Albany, NY

6d

About The Position

Children’s Home is seeking a full-time foster parent in Albany County to provide a family setting for a 17-year-old male with mental and behavioral health challenges. This is an opportunity to support a young man in a stable home environment. Applicants may be single or married, empty nesters, renters or homeowners, and from any faith or background. Consistency, patience, and willingness to provide support are sought. Training and certification will be provided. The position offers $4,000–$5,000 per month.

Requirements

• Consistency, patience, and willingness to support a young man.
• No other children may live in the home.
• Experience with mental health and behavioral health challenges is preferred, not required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mental health and behavioral health challenges.
• Having someone at home is preferred; applicants may work outside the home.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team supporting the young person in the community.
• Inform the team about problems or concerns so the young person’s needs can be met through available services.
• Ensure there are no other children in the home; safe pets are welcome.

Benefits

• Training and certification provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed