What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver Support Specialist position at Heartland for Children?
- Closing Date:
5/30/2025
- Job Summary:
This is a professional position responsible for training, level one (1) licensing and support of relatives and non-relatives in Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties.
- Essential Functions:
- Establish and maintain positive working relationship with HFC internal and external customers
- Carry caseload of caregivers and/or homes that are completing Level One licensing process
- Provide ongoing support, resources and referral information to caregivers for placement stability
- Assist and support caregivers in the investigation of allegations of abuse and neglect
- Complete home visits with caregivers to prepare them for Level One licensing and gather appropriate updates
- Complete background screening and assure requirements are completed in a timely manner
- Conduct home studies and secure signatures as required within the specified time frame
- Prepare licensing packets accuracy and in compliance with Level One licensing regulations
- Submit licensing packets timely to supervisor and to the Department of Children & Families Central Region office
- Monitor completion of training requirements for caregivers
- Participate in meetings/staffings involving caregivers and service providers
- Attend trainings or retention activities for caregivers
- Track and monitor caseload activities
- Work with other departments collaboratively that will also be supporting caregivers regarding benefits
- Perform special projects as assigned
- Qualifications Required:
Bachelors degree in Social Work or related field.
- Qualifications Preferred:
Florida Child Welfare Certification highly preferred. Two years of experience working with children, adolescents and families is preferred.
- Physical Requirements:
- Benefits:
We offer excellent benefits package with tuition assistance, domestic partner coverage, retirement & generous paid time off.
- Additional Information:
Drug free workplace. Drug testing req.
