What are the responsibilities and job description for the IN-DCS-Foster Care Specialists position at nLeague?
Job ID: 797265
Position: Foster Care Specialists
Client: DCS
Location: IGCS, 402 W Washington St., Room W364 MS48
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Duration: 3 Months (Possibility of extension)
Position: Foster Care Specialists
Client: DCS
Location: IGCS, 402 W Washington St., Room W364 MS48
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Duration: 3 Months (Possibility of extension)
- Position is on-site, Monday thru Friday, 37.5 hours a week, flexible start time between 7am-8:30am start, 7.5 hour day.
- Position is expected to last for 6 months, with a 6-month renewal for a total of 12 months.
- If selected for engagement candidate will be required to pass DCS fingerprinting and DCS CPI/CPS background check.
- Works as professional staff within the Department of Child Services Central Eligibility Unit performing multiple adoption eligibility tasks
- Works as professional staff within the Department of Child Services Central Eligibility Unit performing multiple adoption eligibility tasks such as reviewing and processing status reports, Preparing NRAE packets, making copies as requested, managing electronic files, open and appropriately distribute mail, and preparing adoption finalization packets.
- Reviews and prepares various files for completion such as adoption payment files.
- Answers inquiries from adoptive parents concerning case status.
- Completes activities while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state policies and procedures.
- The position may also determine Title IV-E (Foster Care and Adoption Assistance) program eligibility based upon defined federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Interprets and analyzes fiscal data and other information about children and families to enhance and maintain the Department's various federal and state funding recoveries.
- It may require interaction with Family Case Managers, supervisors, and Local Office Directors to request and clarify information when making determinations.
- This role requires effective verbal and written communication skills.
- The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
- High school Diploma
- Prior experience in an administrative assistant position, at least 2 years consecutive duration in same position.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and proofreading skills.
- Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and multitask
- Previous experience in a position that demanded a high level of confidentiality.
- If candidate has working knowledge of MaGIK and/or KidTracks
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to child services and foster eligibility.
Salary : $25 - $26