Treatment Foster Care Recruitment and File Specialist

HumanKind • Danville, VA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

HumanKind is seeking a detail-oriented and relationship-driven professional to join our Treatment Foster Care team as a Recruitment & File Specialist. This role combines foster parent recruitment, community outreach, home study assessments, and compliance management to help ensure children are connected with safe, supportive, and well-prepared foster families.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human service or related field.
• Two years’ experience in providing casework services to children and families.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Complete and maintain all required background checks and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Past Treatment Foster Care Experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with diverse families, community partners, and team members
• Ability to conduct detailed assessments, interviews, and documentation with accuracy and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining confidential, compliant records
• Ability to work independently, remain flexible, and demonstrates sound professional judgment
• Interest or experience in community outreach, marketing, or recruitment initiatives

Responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with prospective foster parents and guiding them through the approval process with professionalism and care
• Conducting thorough home studies, interviews, and assessments that meet Virginia licensing standards
• Maintaining organized, accurate, and audit-ready foster parent files
• Leading community outreach and recruitment efforts that increase awareness of Treatment Foster Care services in Lynchburg and Bedford
• Tracking recruitment outcomes and identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement strategies
• Supporting foster families through ongoing communication, training coordination, and responsive follow-up
• Collaborating effectively with team members, licensing bodies, and community stakeholders to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Staying current on foster care regulations, best practices, and cultural competency to support continuous program improvement

Benefits

• Over 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay to use at your discretion
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement plan with company match and contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional development, skill-building, and career growth—including the ability to take on new responsibilities and advance internally
• Life insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level