Foster Parent Development Specialist

Pinnacle Family Services

About the role

Join a community of professionals dedicated to providing evidence-based therapeutic foster care and behavioral health services to at-risk youth in North Carolina and South Carolina. Specializing in trauma-informed and relationship-focused care, we aim to heal through connection.

Responsibilities

• Lead the recruitment, training, and ongoing support of foster families
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the foster care program
• Conduct outreach through presentations, community events, mailings, and individual meetings
• Guide prospective foster parents through the application, training, and licensing process
• Deliver orientation and ongoing training to foster parents
• Conduct licensing activities including home studies, assessments, and recommendations for licensure
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and ensure timely submission of all licensing documentation
• Support foster homes through oversight, guidance, and corrective action plans
• Collaborate with program leadership to maintain quality standards
• Aid in the development and implementation of behavioral treatment plans and foster parent education schedules

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field with a minimum of two years of experience working with youth or families
• Four years of experience working with youth or families in a non-Human Services field
• Experience serving children and adolescents with a primary mental health diagnosis as a Qualified Professional (QP)

Qualifications

• Pass a comprehensive background investigation

Skills

• Strong community engagement and education skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible scheduling and a culture that values work/life balance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 8 mental health counseling sessions annually
• Paid time off and paid holidays for full-time employees
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
• Access to a Health Navigator
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Exclusive savings and perks through Benefits Hub and Tickets at Work

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible to accommodate the needs of both the foster parent and the child in care.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible scheduling and a culture that values work/life balance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 8 mental health counseling sessions annually
• Paid time off and paid holidays for full-time employees
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
• Access to a Health Navigator
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Exclusive savings and perks through Benefits Hub and Tickets at Work

What to Expect

This role combines community engagement, administrative responsibilities, and direct support to foster families. You’ll work closely with prospective and current foster parents, internal teams, and state agencies to ensure safe, high-quality care. Attention to detail, organization, and strong interpersonal skills are key to success. You’ll also contribute to the overall growth and quality of the foster care program, supporting Health Connect America’s mission to provide children with stable, nurturing, and well-supported homes.