Foster Family Evaluation Specialist

About the Role

Pennsylvania Mentor, a part of the Sevita family, provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out‑of‑home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through personalized programming, the organization helps youth gain stability, comfort, and confidence to overcome challenges and live well. The Foster Family Evaluation Specialist will develop and implement recruiting strategies to continuously attract and retain new foster parents.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment strategy and process for an assigned area.
• Build a prospect network and related campaigns to establish an ongoing pipeline of candidates.
• Conduct calls to leads and informational screening meetings, review applications, and coordinate the approval process.
• Conduct and attend networking and marketing events; raise community awareness by visiting locations and leaders, and follow up on referrals to source potential foster parents and enhance community relationships.
• Conduct orientation, home‑study evaluations, and pre‑service orientation.
• Coordinate with internal marketing resources to produce materials.
• Maintain appropriate records in compliance with funding source requirements.
• Record and report statistics necessary to measure the effectiveness of recruitment efforts; report regularly on pipeline activity.
• Work with the Program Manager and Program Coordinator to facilitate client match meetings.
• Develop informative activities and programs about company services.
• Participate in the development and implementation of foster parent retention programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, marketing, or business (required).
• Three years of related experience (preferred).
• Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification as required by state.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi‑task to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and a team player.

Compensation

Salary: $55,860

Benefits

• Full compensation/benefits package.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.