OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment.

As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives with compassion and respect we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

Have you been looking for a change? OhioGuidestone has a great opportunity for your new career path! Our Foster Care program is looking for a Recruiter / Trainer.

This role is very important as it is the link for foster families to have the tools and knowledge to be successful in their fostering journey.

You will also be responsible for sharing our program with the community and adding families to our foster program. OhioGuidestone offers flexible schedule, free CEUs and Supervision and a comprehensive benefit package. #YourPathStartsHere

Job Summary :

The Foster Care Recruiter / Trainer will work with and certify foster parents interested in working with the agency. This position is the link that provides support to our foster families and helps them build the skills they need to be successful.

This position will develop and implement recruiting strategy for seeking out potential foster parents, partner with the community by attending events and build a support network for our foster care program.

Essential Job Duties :

• Distributes recruitment materials such as flyers and brochures
• Performs public speaking, networking, and marketing of the Foster Care Program to recruit foster parents
• Assists in developing the yearly marketing plan
• Enters inquiries regarding foster care and adoption into Binti
• Analyzes trends and methods for recruitment
• Organizes and provides information for potential foster parents
• Provides pre-service training for foster parents in accordance with ODJFS standards
• Assists in the annual training plan as required by ODJFS
• Coordinates assigning home studies with the Records & Licensing Manager
• May be involved in the planning, organizing and implementation of special events

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field is required.
• Experience in or around foster care and / or adoptions is preferred.
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test and drug screening.
• Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

Benefits include :

• NEW higher pay rates
• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
• Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee children! Full Time Employees only.
• Free CEU trainings
• 10 paid holidays; two are exchangeable
• Flexible work schedules to support work / life balance
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
• 401(k) with employer match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards
• Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree

Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups

Last updated : 2024-04-27