Treatment Foster Care Parent

About the role

Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve.

About Our Foster Care Program

The Treatment Foster Care program offers a family-based placement option for children with serious behavioral, emotional, or medical health needs, who require more intensive interventions and supports more than traditional foster care is able to deliver. As a foster parent, you will offer a safe and calming placement for children/youth to address their behavioral and mental health struggles, with a goal of family reunification.

Perks of this position

• Up to $100/day reimbursement cost for providing a loving, caring, treatment level home and support to a child/youth.
• 24 hour on-call service and support
• Assigned case manager for assistance and support
• Ongoing foster parent training
• Foster Child medical and therapy expenses covered through Idaho Medicaid, including:
• Comprehensive assessment and individualized service planning
• Psychiatric/educational consultation
• Clinical coordination of medical/healthcare services needed
• Clinical coordination of birth family contact and visitation
• Wrap around mental health services (therapy, case management)

What We Are Looking For

• At least 21 years old
• Own or rent a safe residence with space for a child
• Single or Married
• Flexible, energetic, and able to care for a child (no previous parenting experience required)
• Be open to learning new things
• Be able to pass a comprehensive background check and meet Idaho Child Care Licensing requirements. Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and proof of car insurance

Benefits Option Varies by State/County

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