National Youth Advocate Program
Foster Care Licensing Coordinator & Recruiter
National Youth Advocate Program, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Foster Care Licensing Coordinator & Recruiter
Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Regional Manager or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position is responsible for recruiting, licensing, and retaining quality foster homes, ensuring licensed homes meet or exceed community and organizational needs.
Responsibilities
Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Complete all required training in a timely manner.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies that generate the quantity and quality of inquiries for viable licensed foster homes.
Conduct public relations activities in the communities where NYAP resides on behalf of the foster care program through the media, publications and other initiatives outlined in the state/regional recruitment plan.
Support the development of potential foster parents in understanding the needs of the youth entering foster care, the expectation of mentoring primary families and the goal of reunification of youth with the primary family.
Work with current, former, and prospective foster parents to recruit new foster families.
Responsible for the knowledge and implementation of all rules, regulations, and policies related to foster care.
Complete face to face meetings with each potential family within the first two weeks to answer questions and assist in the licensing process.
Assist all potential foster families in providing all required information and completing required paperwork in a timely manner.
Work with existing foster parents in the re-certification process to maintain eligibility to serve children as a foster parent with NYAP.
Serve as a resource coordinator in helping foster parents seek all training opportunities available through NYAP and in the community.
Meet with foster parents experiencing difficulty in the licensing process to remove barriers.
Develop a comprehensive home study for each potential family and submit for approval.
Maintain and update all foster home records in appropriate systems.
Provide ongoing training and support to licensed foster homes.
Complete annual evaluations and recertification of all licensed foster homes.
Support foster parents including providing information, education, meetings, support groups, and one-on-one discussions.
Travel daily to provide community-based services to youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
Actively participate in the weekly supervision process.
Maintain objectivity and professionalism; demonstrate tolerance and respect for others.
Report incidents to state and supervisory agencies when appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
2 years of work experience in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
Willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Knowledgeable of foster care rules and NYAP services; experience with youth in out-of-home care.
Must be comfortable with public speaking.
Proficient use of computers and software including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
Ability to work respectfully with persons from diverse cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, and races.
Driving And Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability required
Who We Are National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Note:
This description reflects the current job and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Salary and Benefits
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family.
22 Days Off Each Year; 11 Paid Holidays Per Year.
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k).
Tuition Assistance; Student Loan Repayment assistance up to $1,200 per year.
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Responsibilities
Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Complete all required training in a timely manner.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies that generate the quantity and quality of inquiries for viable licensed foster homes.
Conduct public relations activities in the communities where NYAP resides on behalf of the foster care program through the media, publications and other initiatives outlined in the state/regional recruitment plan.
Support the development of potential foster parents in understanding the needs of the youth entering foster care, the expectation of mentoring primary families and the goal of reunification of youth with the primary family.
Work with current, former, and prospective foster parents to recruit new foster families.
Responsible for the knowledge and implementation of all rules, regulations, and policies related to foster care.
Complete face to face meetings with each potential family within the first two weeks to answer questions and assist in the licensing process.
Assist all potential foster families in providing all required information and completing required paperwork in a timely manner.
Work with existing foster parents in the re-certification process to maintain eligibility to serve children as a foster parent with NYAP.
Serve as a resource coordinator in helping foster parents seek all training opportunities available through NYAP and in the community.
Meet with foster parents experiencing difficulty in the licensing process to remove barriers.
Develop a comprehensive home study for each potential family and submit for approval.
Maintain and update all foster home records in appropriate systems.
Provide ongoing training and support to licensed foster homes.
Complete annual evaluations and recertification of all licensed foster homes.
Support foster parents including providing information, education, meetings, support groups, and one-on-one discussions.
Travel daily to provide community-based services to youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
Actively participate in the weekly supervision process.
Maintain objectivity and professionalism; demonstrate tolerance and respect for others.
Report incidents to state and supervisory agencies when appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
2 years of work experience in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
Willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Knowledgeable of foster care rules and NYAP services; experience with youth in out-of-home care.
Must be comfortable with public speaking.
Proficient use of computers and software including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
Ability to work respectfully with persons from diverse cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, and races.
Driving And Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability required
Who We Are National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Note:
This description reflects the current job and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Salary and Benefits
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family.
22 Days Off Each Year; 11 Paid Holidays Per Year.
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k).
Tuition Assistance; Student Loan Repayment assistance up to $1,200 per year.
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