Foster Care Home Finder - Cayuga

Position Summary

The Foster Care Home Finder is responsible for recruiting and assessing potential foster homes, which includes training and case management of the certification process. This role ensures that every child in foster care has a safe, healthy, and nurturing foster home.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing an active recruitment plan for recruiting foster parents.
• Handle inquiries and applications from potential foster parents.
• Facilitate all orientation meetings with potential foster parents and complete home studies for all recommended foster homes.
• Complete all paperwork for the certification process.
• Create and maintain detailed, accurate, and timely written reports on all homes on case load.
• Aid and support foster parents in meeting challenges and achieving success, through participation in administrative meetings, referral for additional services, or other interventions, as necessary.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all foster families on assigned caseloads.

Requirements

• Educational Requirement: High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Experience Requirement: 2 years of experience with child welfare, social work, or similar experience required. A valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment are also required.

Benefits

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development
• Full Time Benefits:
• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Childcare Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
• Life Insurance

EEO Statement

Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.