Description

Sign On Bonus: $3,000 Total ($750 at 3 months, $750 at 6 months, $1,500 at 12 months)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Process intake screenings for prospective foster parents• Assist in the development and follow-through process on innovative and assertive recruitment techniques for foster parents and minority foster parents.• Develop and coordinate an efficient, informative orientation for prospective foster parents• Work closely with prospective foster parents as they go through initial screening and licensing• Closely monitor the relicensing of foster homes within the program• Review referral information to ensure the appropriate placement in out-of-home care and coordinate with foster care staff and supervisor, as necessary• Review and audit foster home files to ensure adherence to licensing requirements• Serve as a liaison to caseworkers and/or supervisors for activities with the foster homes and the community• Ensure foster home licensing, recruitment, and placement practices align with state and federal regulations• Inform caseworkers on licensing and placement regulations• Communicate rule violations to the caseworker and foster parent in a timely manner, while also working with them to correct violations through special evaluations.• Develop and execute Foster Parent Recruitment Plan to be completed, tracked, and assessed bi-annually• A Schedule and facilitate Foster Parent Recruitment Informational meetings• Conduct Foster Parent Informational Meetings/Orientations monthly• Participate in the development of the annual Foster Parent Implementation Plan• Develop and execute monthly Foster Parent Training • Accurately complete required forms and reports in accordance with DCFS and OHU policy within required timeframes • Keep supervisor informed of the progression of assigned cases in a timely manner in addition to regularly scheduled coaching for success, per agency policy • Perform all other duties as assigned

This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. One Hope United reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

Qualifications

Education: BSW/BA degree or related

Experience: 3 years of direct foster care case management required1+ year of direct work as a Foster Care Licensing Representative preferred

Licensure: CWEL, CANS, CERAP, 402, Child Care Act required

Required Skills

1. Proficient computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment and adaptive skills to expand software application skills as necessary2. Highly organized, yet flexible, and can handle multiple priorities/projects well; ability to manage tight deadlines3. Ability to function well in a team environment4. Ability to demonstrate project management, organizational, analytical, and presentation skills5. Ability to respond promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve services6. Resourceful in researching issues and developing solutions with minimal supervision7. Excellent interpersonal and effective communications skills (verbal, written, effective documentation, listening)8. Demonstrated ability to build professional relationships9. Demonstrated problem-solving techniques10. Ability to coach, manage, and develop team members.11. Ability to exercise discretion and ensure confidentiality.

   Physical Demands & Work Environment

   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The position requires visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if need; and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and office equipment, including, but not limited to, the telephone, computer, and copier. The employee is occasionally required to move items up to 50 pounds.

   The employee works in varied residential environments based on assigned caseload and may encounter unpredictable clients. While performing the duties of this position, the employee travels by automobile and is exposed to changing weather conditions. The employee must be able to enter and exit a vehicle or a building without assistance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently drive an automobile, taking clients to appointments, in the local and regional area. Occasionally, travel is outside the local area and overnight. _ Supervisor Date _