Foster Parent Development Specialist

Join Our Team as a Foster Parent Development Specialist

Role Overview: This position focuses on recruiting, training, licensing, and supporting foster families to provide safe and stable environments for children and adolescents. The role involves community outreach, relationship building, case coordination, and ensuring compliance with licensing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and license foster homes following state regulations and organizational standards.
• Develop community outreach initiatives to promote foster care programs and engage prospective foster parents.
• Facilitate orientation and ongoing training for foster families, supporting their development and retention.
• Conduct home studies, treatment planning, and prepare licensing documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain foster parent records and ensure adherence to policies, regulations, and organizational expectations.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field; additional experience may be required based on location.
• Two years’ experience working with youth or families in a therapeutic environment.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and insurance.
• Strong relationship-building, organizational, and community outreach skills.
• Ability to work professionally and responsively with children, families, and community stakeholders.
  
  

Additional Information: We offer flexible scheduling, mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs, paid time off, comprehensive benefits, and resources to support employee well-being. This community-based role requires professionalism, responsiveness, and a passion for serving children and families.