What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Care Certification Specialist position at Pressley Ridge?
Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.
Pressley Ridge Benefits
Free single medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 100% employer match
Prescription coverage
Dental and vision plans
Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
Wellness incentive (up to $250)
403b with up to 9% employer give/match
Free life insurance and AD&D
Paid Time Off (PTO)
9 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Position Summary
The Recruiting and Certification Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the recruitment and certification of Treatment Foster Care (TFC) Parents, including training and teaching TFC Parents. The Recruiting and Certification Specialist also understands community relations, the Re-Education Philosophies, and Community-Based service components.
The Recruiting and Certification Specialist travels extensively.
Essential Roles And Responsibilities
Recruitment and Retention of foster families
Community Relationship Building
Documentation and Compliance
Completes quarterly home safety inspections of treatment foster homes
Completes CPR/First Aid Certification for Pressley Ridge staff and Treatment Foster Parents
Completes monthly foster parent skills building/training
Develops training curriculum and schedule for in-service trainings
Completes Treatment Foster Parents re-certifications
Qualifications
Clearances. State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
Valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
Requires a bachelor's degree in human services or a related field.
Requires 1 year of experience working with children and families.
Working Conditions
Physical Demands: Requires vision, speech, and hearing.
Environmental Factors: Community, home, school.
Working Hours: A non-traditional work schedule as defined by service needs.