What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource Parent Support position at Clarvida?
Clarvida
Job Descriptio n
Program(s)
Job Title:
Resource Parent Support I (RPS I)
TFC
State
Tennessee
Population Served
Reports To:
FLSA Status
All
RPS Team Leader, RPS Team Coordinator, Director of RPS
Non-Exempt
SUMMAR Y
The Resource Parent Support I, (RPS I or RPS NE), under the supervision of the RPS Team Leader or
designee works closely with the Foster Care Team to identify, license, and retain foster families for the
region.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Attending supervision at least twice monthly.
Attend weekly regional RPS team meetings.
Become certified to train all foster parent pre-service and post approval courses.
Provide Pre-Service and on-going foster parent training activities.
Maintain foster home compliance and paperwork (licensure requirements, home studies,
background checks, monthly check-ins, quarterly compliance checks, re-assessments, etc.).
Provide on-going efforts to audit and maintain foster parent charts.
Participate in recruitment and marketing activities.
Recruit and license new foster homes to meet quarterly standards.
Stay current on DCS/contract provider requirements.
Complete annual training requirements.
Participate in monthly RPS calls.
Utilize all electronic platforms.
Attend weekly Treatment team.
Attend 2-3 RPS retreats a year throughout the state.
Support client placement efforts and respite care.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,
responsibilities, and activities, may change at any time with or without notice.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
Essential Functions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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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. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TRAVEL
This position requires travel of approximately 25-50% of the time to meet the demands across the
Region and for statewide meetings.
Required Education And/Or Experience
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Preferred Education And Experience
Experience working with children/adolescents in a therapeutic treatment environment and
complying with state and/or contractual requirements.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Licensed driver with automobile insurance in good standing
Qualifications
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively
to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or
innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and
presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards
of directors .
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic
equations, and permutatio ns. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency
distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation
techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to
interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal
with several abstract and concrete variables.
Leadership Skills
Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels. Drive and ability to
handl e
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multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Eligibility Qual Ifications
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Skills necessary to learn Clarvida electronic systems.
Ability to work flexible hours consistent with program needs
Willing to work as part of a team
Having good organizational and time management skills
Sensitive to other cultures and socioeconomic levels
Consistently embodies the Clarvida values of Inclusion, Integrity, Commitment,Compassion,
Accountable, Person Driven, and Collaborative
MY SIGNATURE BELOW INDICATES THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND
AGREE THAT I AM QUALIFIED AS TO EDUCATION AND SKILL TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
Position With Or Without Reasonable Accommodation(s)
EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE
SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE
DATE
DATE
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Resource Parent Support I (RPS I/RPS NE)
Revised 06/28/2024
Job Descriptio n
Program(s)
Job Title:
Resource Parent Support I (RPS I)
TFC
State
Tennessee
Population Served
Reports To:
FLSA Status
All
RPS Team Leader, RPS Team Coordinator, Director of RPS
Non-Exempt
SUMMAR Y
The Resource Parent Support I, (RPS I or RPS NE), under the supervision of the RPS Team Leader or
designee works closely with the Foster Care Team to identify, license, and retain foster families for the
region.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Attending supervision at least twice monthly.
Attend weekly regional RPS team meetings.
Become certified to train all foster parent pre-service and post approval courses.
Provide Pre-Service and on-going foster parent training activities.
Maintain foster home compliance and paperwork (licensure requirements, home studies,
background checks, monthly check-ins, quarterly compliance checks, re-assessments, etc.).
Provide on-going efforts to audit and maintain foster parent charts.
Participate in recruitment and marketing activities.
Recruit and license new foster homes to meet quarterly standards.
Stay current on DCS/contract provider requirements.
Complete annual training requirements.
Participate in monthly RPS calls.
Utilize all electronic platforms.
Attend weekly Treatment team.
Attend 2-3 RPS retreats a year throughout the state.
Support client placement efforts and respite care.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,
responsibilities, and activities, may change at any time with or without notice.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
Essential Functions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
1
Resource Parent Support I (RPS I/RPS NE)
Revised 06/28/2024
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. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TRAVEL
This position requires travel of approximately 25-50% of the time to meet the demands across the
Region and for statewide meetings.
Required Education And/Or Experience
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Preferred Education And Experience
Experience working with children/adolescents in a therapeutic treatment environment and
complying with state and/or contractual requirements.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Licensed driver with automobile insurance in good standing
Qualifications
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively
to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or
innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and
presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards
of directors .
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic
equations, and permutatio ns. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency
distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation
techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to
interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal
with several abstract and concrete variables.
Leadership Skills
Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels. Drive and ability to
handl e
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Resource Parent Support I (RPS I/RPS NE)
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multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Eligibility Qual Ifications
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Skills necessary to learn Clarvida electronic systems.
Ability to work flexible hours consistent with program needs
Willing to work as part of a team
Having good organizational and time management skills
Sensitive to other cultures and socioeconomic levels
Consistently embodies the Clarvida values of Inclusion, Integrity, Commitment,Compassion,
Accountable, Person Driven, and Collaborative
MY SIGNATURE BELOW INDICATES THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND
AGREE THAT I AM QUALIFIED AS TO EDUCATION AND SKILL TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
Position With Or Without Reasonable Accommodation(s)
EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE
SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE
DATE
DATE
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Resource Parent Support I (RPS I/RPS NE)
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