Social Services Position (Yakima)

**Paid new hire training and certifications**

Job Summary:

Help us find foster parents for at risk children and youth! Service Alternatives is looking for an out-going, self-motivated, energetic applicant to fill the Foster Care Licenser position in Yakima, WA.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Foster Care Licenser, you would be providing high-quality service to all foster children, as well as recruiting, training, and certifying foster homes. Develop and implement a recruiting plan for foster families within the area. Interview and assess potential foster parents and members of their household. Work with Licensing Division to ensure on-going compliance with licensing requirements.

Wage: $23-$24 per hour
Location: Yakima
Program: 038
Shifts: Part time
Trainings: Fully Provided by Service Alternatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social services or a related field.


• Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check.


• Be at least 21 or older

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social services or counseling.


• Experience in maintaining a positive relationship with Licensing Division, foster children and their families.


• Experience, in social services

Licensing and Certifications:

• Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid certification (Paid by SA)


• Current driver license, car, and car insurance


• TB Test: Within 7 days of first day of employment, or prior to working on site (whichever comes first) (paid by SA)

Service Alternatives is:

We are a values-driven organization. Our mission is to advance the potential of communities, customers, and ourselves through exceptional servic

Benefits:
PayActiv: Real time access to earned wages

401(k), 401(k) Matching, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Schedule, Paid Time Off
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SA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

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