Home Study Specialist

DELTA COMMUNITY SUPPORTS•Glenside, PA

6d•$46,000 - $48,000•Onsite

About The Position

Promotes the continued operation of Delta Family Services’ Division by ensuring that new resource families are initially certified and licensed in order to have placements in their home. Responsible for working with applicants and kinship parents to ensure the completion of all the paperwork, training, clearances, interviews and home assessments in order to be licensed. Staying within the requirements as defined by the PA Department of Human Services and the County Children and Youth Agencies services performance standards, as well as agency guidelines. Advances Delta’s Mission and Values.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and speak English; perform arithmetical calculations
Ability to use excellent oral and written communications skills.
Ability to use telephone, voice mail, copier, facsimile machine, computer and calculator.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities.
Ability work effectively with people.
Ability to operate vehicles with a valid driver’s license in accordance with applicable state laws, insurance provider requirements and company policies and procedures.
Bachelors required.

Nice To Haves

Some experience with knowledge of Foster Care System, CUA, PA DHS and DHS regulations.

Responsibilities

Contact the applicant or kinship parent within 48 hours of assignment
Complete an initial home safety assessment within 72 hours for emergency kinship referrals
Complete an initial home assessment for applicants within a month of assignment and a final home safety assessment at the completion of the certification process
Provide applicants and kinship parents with all home study documents and interview questions
Answer questions regarding the certification process
Ensure the completion of documents and submit to supervisor
Assist in obtaining necessary application process items
Encourage applicants and kinship parents to attend, participate and complete pre-service training
Keep in contact with applicants through phone and written communications
Complete the home study interview with the applicant or kinship family
Compile all information from paperwork and interview to complete the home study
Responsible for keeping certification team updated on where the family is at during the certification process
Provide recommendations on the type of placements that should be placed in the home
Ensure Emergency Kinship Referrals are completed within the state guidelines of 60 days
Attend and contribute to monthly Certification Team meetings
Maximize the development and capacity of staff to advance the mission and values of Delta
Ensure the full capacity of programmatic resources
Demonstrates ethical and professional conduct at all times
Promotes continuous quality improvement projects and ongoing performance measures
Promote and address Delta’s Risk Management Program for the health and safety of individuals and employees
Promotes and supports best practices that are trauma informed, non-discriminatory and evidenced based
Perform such other duties that may be assigned for providing excellent customer service and for the most effective operation of the company