Who We Are
The Childrens Home mission is to partner with children families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.
$22$24/hour
Position Summary
The Foster Care Home Finder/Recruiter is responsible for recruiting and assessing potential foster homes which comprises training and case management of the certification process. Our Home Finders ensure that every child in foster care has a safe healthy and nurturing foster home. The individual in this position will also be required to maintain each certified foster home including recertifying each home; ensuring agency and state standards are met within their licensure. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with clients families staff and community contacts with a diversity of backgrounds and life situations. Experience in the principles and practices of the interdisciplinary team approach is preferred. Time management strong written and verbal communication problem solving and organizational skills required. Knowledge of issues related to children in care Family Centered Practice and foster family care is preferred. Must have a valid driver s license and minimum insurability requirements during employment. Working knowledge of computers is required.
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing an active recruitment plan for recruiting foster parents.
- Handle inquiries and applications from potential foster parents.
- Facilitate all orientation meetings with potential foster parents and complete home studies for all recommended foster homes.
- Complete all paperwork for the certification process.
- Create and maintain detailed accurate and timely written reports on all homes on case load.
- Assist and support foster parents in meeting challenges and achieving success through participation in administrative meetings referral for additional services or other interventions as necessary.
- Act as point of contact for all the foster families on assigned work load.
Requirements
Education
- An Associates Degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Experience
- Two 2 years experience in child welfare and/or social work required.
- Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred
Benefits
- Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
- AgencyPaid CEUs License Prep Course and License Exam
- 403(b) with 6 employer contribution
- Ample PTO and Sick Time
- Childcare Reimbursement
- Health Dental and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for Professional Development
Children s Home is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces and supports diversity as it benefits the youth and families we work with. We have created an inclusive and mutually respectful environment for all employees. We seek quality employees that want to be part of a collaborative team and make our mission of partnering with youth and families their longterm goal.
Two 2 years' experience in child welfare and/or social work required. Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred Driver's license and ability to maintain insurance throughout employment required.
Education
Associate's Degree required.