Treatment Foster Care (TFC) Parent Coordinator (3354)

About Us

Since 2007, Embrace Treatment Foster Care has been working with families and local Departments of Social Services throughout Virginia to provide safe families for children in foster care.​ Embrace TFC staff are here to support children in foster care, as well as foster families to ensure they have the resources they need to thrive. Embrace TFC strives to ensure all members involved in the child’s life are supported and are receiving the resources they need to be successful.

About the Role

Are you a compassionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Embrace Foster Care, an ncgCARE partner, is seeking a Foster Care Parent Coordinator to join our team. At Embrace Treatment Foster Care, our mission is to provide foster children with the best chance for a successful future. Through our CARE model, we offer a comprehensive system of support, training, and guidance, empowering foster families to create a nurturing environment for each child’s growth. Join our team and help transform lives by supporting families and children in need! The Foster Care Parent Coordinator plays a vital role in our mission to deliver coordinated, individualized care to our communities.

Under the general direction of the Program Director, the Foster Parent Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination of Foster Parents for the Treatment Foster Care program. The Foster Parent Coordinator must demonstrate attention to detail, strong organization and customer service skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Meets agency established resource parent certification and attrition thresholds; 
• Field resource parent inquires and conduct initial screenings and orientation sessions;
• Completes home studies for prospective service families; 
• Facilitate pre-service training sessions for foster parents using the PRIDE curriculum;
• Obtains  training in Parenting with Love and Logic; Facilitates Love and Logic certification training for all resource parents; 
• Obtains CPI training certification, if applicable ;
• Provides PRIDE, Parenting with Love and Logic and  CPI training for treatment foster care staff, resource parents and referral sources as requested;  
• Coordinates, prepares and maintains required charting and documentation in a timely and thorough manner for all resource parents as required by Embrace TFC , DMAS and Virginia Department of Social Services Standards for Licensed Child Placing Agencies;
• Conducts interim client specific training for certified resource parents; 
• Provides quarterly resource parent training classes toward meeting ongoing training hour requirements established by state standards; 
• Ensures all required documentation is completed correctly and timely for all resource parents  as required by Embrace TFC, DMAS and the Virginia Department of Social Service Standards for Licensed Child Placing Agencies
• Conducts comprehensive audits of resource parent files as assigned by Program Director or designee; 
• Maintains resource parent tracking information to include re-evaluation deadlines and all related paperwork; 
• Responsible for completing background checks for all resource parents, household members and alternate childcare providers in a timely manner as outlined by agency policies and procedures; 
• Assists with annual events to include but not limited to Foster Parent Appreciation Month, Luggage Drive, Angel Tree, Annual Holiday Celebration; 
• May manage a small caseload of clients per established agency staffing pattern thresholds;
• Communicates directly to Program Director: service family case activity, service barriers, and procedural issues;
• Participates in on-call rotation.
• Attends community events and performs presentations 
• Other duties as assigned to include Foster Parent Recruiting, case work, and other operational needs

This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.
 

Compensation

This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.

• Compensation: $51,993 - $66,764

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

What You Can Expect

• Recruiting and supporting foster parents – Screen, certify, and provide ongoing guidance to resource parents
• Training and development responsibilities – Facilitate PRIDE, Love and Logic, and other required trainings
• Documentation and compliance work – Complete home studies, maintain records, and ensure all standards are met
• Ongoing coordination and community involvement - Communicate with leadership, support events, manage cases, and do outreach

Responsibilities

• Complete key processes – Conduct home studies, screenings, background checks, and certifications
• Deliver and coordinate training – Provide required trainings and support ongoing learning for resource parents and staff
• Maintain accurate records – Ensure all documentation, files, and tracking are complete and up to date
• Support program operations – Assist with cases, events, communication, and overall program needs

Education

• A doctorate or master's degree in social work from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or  a field related to social work such as sociology, psychology, special education, or counseling; or 
• A baccalaureate degree in social work or a field related to social work including, but not limited to, sociology, psychology, special 
  education, or counseling; or  
• A baccalaureate degree in any field. 

Experience

• A doctorate or master's degree in social work from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or  a field related to social work such as sociology, psychology, special education, or counseling, with a student placement in  casework services to children and families or one year of experience in providing casework services to children and families;  
• A baccalaureate degree in social work or a field related to social work including, but not limited to, sociology, psychology, special  education, or counseling and one year of experience in providing casework services to children and families; or  
• A baccalaureate degree in any field plus two years experience in providing casework services to children and families.  

Why Join Us

We are focused on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded. You’ll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, the support to maintain a steady caseload, and the opportunity to grow within a stable, mission-driven organization.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from our competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Legal Notice:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment is at-will and contingent upon successful completion of background checks and credential verification. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Must be authorized to work in the United States. Compensation varies based on licensure, experience, and caseload. ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace.

Salary : $51,993 - $66,764