GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Assesses the suitability of relatives or potential foster parents for Foster Care Licensure.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attends community events for the purpose of recruitment.
• Take calls and respond to emails regarding interest in becoming a foster parent/relative placement as well as requests for placement throughout the State of Michigan.
• Meet with prospective foster families/relatives and complete Orientation /Orientation Paperwork. Including review of Catholic Charities policies and procedures with the prospective foster parents.
• Assess suitability of a child for placement in a specific foster home and making recommendation for appropriate match.
• Ensure prospective foster parents/relatives get appropriate documentation completed ie. Fingerprinting, Police Clearances, Environmental Health Inspection, if applicable, Michigan Sex Offender Registry Check.
• Conduct interviews with prospective foster families including but not limited to all families members, relatives etc.
• Complete home visits, and licensing compliance record checking all licensing rules smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detector and water temperature are in compliance and completing and having the relative(s) or foster family sign the 3080 form to check for licensing rule issues and prepare a request for the Family Incentive Grant to help relatives bring home up to compliance.
• Conduct and ensure all prospective foster family/relative has completed GROW training and provide certificate of completion.
• Complete family assessment for licensure.
• Document all social work contacts and progress in CCWIS/CWLM file.
• Ensure all paperwork is filed with DDHS for approval and once approved ensure foster home is set-up for billing.
• Organizes daily work and outlines priorities based on department needs and deadlines.
• Manages time and work load appropriately and meets deadlines.
• Participates in creating and documenting workflows and processes.
• Receives cross training on various job assignments and substitutes for other employees as required.
• Attends staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Performs job related duties as required for department/program operations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed.

All duties and responsibilities are judged to be essential functions in the terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act or ADA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Service field from an accredited college or university.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Strong computer skills, working with Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook, and ability to learn new software MiSACWIS.
• Strong typing skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to use search engines and multiple websites.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and other agencies.
• Ability to deal with sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
• Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner.
• Ability to work independently and as a team and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Ability to thoroughly follow through on assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to work in an ever-changing environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to talk and hear to effectively communicate with clients, staff, and payers, and communicate with supervisor in a timely manner.
• Must be able to walk low-moderate distances; sit for prolonged periods of time; use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and feel; reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to work in an environment with multiple staff, and in an environment that has a moderate noise level, and may experience moderate interruptions throughout the day while in the office.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Staff must abide by all policies and procedures of Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and Genesee Counties, which includes the Agency’s stance on abortion, and the Agency’s Mission and Vision, and the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy outlined by the Catholic Church and Code of Ethics.

Must pass all background and clearance checks including, but not limited to a criminal background check, DHHS central registry clearance check, and others as deemed applicable, and must have a valid driver’s license and carry auto insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $41,080.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Flint, MI 48503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person