Foster Care Licensing Specialist

Responsibilities

• Complete initial assessments of new foster parent applicants.
• Complete annual and renewal license assessments, and all licensing activities related to changes in the foster home.
• Conduct, monitor and review special investigations of licensed foster homes and provide appropriate recommendations and corrective action plans.
• Create and implement plans to recruit and retain foster families through community outreach, events, newsletters and support groups.
• Schedule and provide pre-service and ongoing training for prospective foster parents.
• Provide orientation for prospective foster families to facilitate the application process.
• Obtain referrals and intake information and assist in making placements in compliance with policy.
• Visit each assigned foster home at least once each quarter.
• Maintain accurate records, confidentiality and timely documentation.
• Provide emergency, on-call interventions after hours and on holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related human services field (required)
• Experience working with children and families (preferred)
• Valid Michigan driver’s license, vehicle registration and auto insurance (required)
• Reliable, compassionate and committed to high-quality service

Benefits

• Supportive, mission-driven team environment
• Weekly and as-needed supervision and support
• Health, Vision & Dental insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan + matching
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• DirectPay – access your earned wages anytime
• Wellspring SupportLinc – employee assistance program