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Starting Compensation :

Bachelor’s level : $41,685 -$52,110

Bachelor’s level with licensure (BSW / LSW) : $44,890-$56,115

Learn about The Buckeye Ranch :

Our continuum of care addresses every stage and aspect of what children may be experiencing after traumas caused by mental illness, abuse, or neglect.

With help from The Buckeye Ranch, they’re empowered to overcome obstacles, tap into their resilience, and move forward toward healthy, fulfilling lives.

The Buckeye Ranch is seeking a Licensing & Recruitment Specialist to join our Cincinnati Foster Care Department! The Licensing & Recruitment Specialist works with prospective foster parents to complete the steps necessary to become licensed foster parents in accordance with agency and ODJFS regulations.

The Licensing & Recruitment Specialist will assist foster parents through the recertification and / or home study amendment process.

This position will create and implement outreach efforts to educate the general public about foster care in order to recruit potential caregivers.

They will also carry out events and opportunities to foster parents to feel supported, valued, and recognized.

Schedule : Full-time, Exempt, Schedule Varies, M-F (some evenings / weekends required)

Location : Cincinnati, OH (Hybrid Work Model In office work required)

What you’ll do :

• Assesses prospective foster parent candidates and licensed foster parents to determine their ability to meet all legal requirements of ODJFS and accrediting bodies.
• Exhibits the ability to gauge the safety and stability of children in foster placement.
• Document foster parent compliance with ODJFS, county contracts & accrediting standards.
• Collect and organize the necessary paperwork for children and foster families.
• Speak with potential applicants who inquire about foster parenting. Provide guidance on the licensing process, answer questions, and follow up regularly to provide support and encouragement.
• Assess situations, identify risk, and develop effective solutions including safety planning upon placement, or safety measured needed within a foster family’s home.
• Recruit & engage prospective & licensed foster parent in the self-evaluation to determine training needs & ongoing needs to successfully parent foster youth.

Who you are :

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field, or Bachelor’s degree in a field other than a human service, with appropriate experience.
• You have 6 months to 1 year of related experience
• You are proficient with computer programs necessary to complete the above tasks including Excel, Word, Outlook, SACWIS.
• You have an active driver’s license.
• LSW, LISW, Assessor certification preferred

Our benefits :

Benefit effective date : First of the month following 30 days of employment.

• Wonderful medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (Four weeks within the first year)
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• 401K Employer Contribution
• Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Program

Applicants are considered for all positions in accordance with statutes and regulations concerning non-discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

The Buckeye Ranch is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a substance and tobacco free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment drug screen.

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Last updated : 2024-06-08