Refugee Foster Care Licensing Specialist

Job Description

This position is willing to pay from $40,000-$50,000 depending on experience.

As a Refugee Foster Care (RFC) Licensing Specialist, you will be primarily responsible for coordinating recruitment, licensing, and education for foster parents to facilitate intake and placement of refugee and unaccompanied children in out-of-home placements.

This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Process intake screenings for prospective foster parents;

Assist in the development and follow-through process on innovative and assertive recruitment techniques for foster parents and minority foster parents;

Develop and coordinate an efficient, informative orientation for prospective foster parents;

Work closely with prospective foster parents as they go through initial screening and licensing;

Closely monitor the relicensing of foster homes within refugee services;

Review referral information to ensure the appropriate placement in out-of-home placements and coordinate with foster care staff and supervisor, as necessary;

Review and audit foster home files to ensure adherence to licensing requirements;

Serve as a liaison to caseworkers and/or supervisors for activities with the foster homes and the community;

Ensure foster home licensing, recruitment, and placement practices align with state and federal regulations;

Inform caseworkers on licensing and placement regulations;

Communicate rule violations to the caseworker and foster parent in a timely manner, while also working with them to correct violations through special evaluations;

Assist the Training and Development Coordinator and the Recruitment Specialist in activities to include but not limited to the annual recognition events and other efforts to retain foster parents;

Complete other duties as assigned.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .

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Skills and Requirements

Bachelors degree in Human Services or related field of study from an accredited college;

Demonstrated ability with interviewing, placement, diagnostic and family assessment skills;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service;

Must be 21 years old with a valid drivers license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of the client. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;

Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;

Documentation of immunity to vaccine preventable diseases or the willingness to receive vaccination, or seek an exemption; Prior experience working in foster care or child welfare, a plus; null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.