Job Description

Position: Foster Care Licensing Specialist

Location: Baltimore, MD

Shifts/Schedule: Core EST hours

Must Haves:

• Experience working in child welfare and/or case management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Comfort with public speaking and an ability to effectively implement training and program presentations in front of groups
• Excellent organizational and time management practices
• Ability to manage competing demands and multiple timelines across several ongoing projects
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions (using the UC Portal, Microsoft Office, and any internal e-case management software)
• Valid Driver’s License, proof of automobile insurance and a positive driving record to transport minors in own vehicle if required
• Ability to pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries.

What Flexibility in Requirements:

• Bi-lingual English and Spanish
• LBSW or LMSW

Background Screening Requirements:

• Obtain a negative TB Test yearly.
• Willing and able to obtain FBI fingerprint check every 5 years.
• Must have valid driver’s license and MVA check free of major infractions for the last 7 years.
• Ability to travel to home visits and other service agencies to serve the client, either by own vehicle or by public transportation (train, plane, etc.).
• Availability of a vehicle that meets safety and mechanical requirements for travel within an assigned radius.
• Willing and able to clear a criminal background check for the past 7 years.

Day-To-Day:

One of our clients is looking for a Foster Care Licensing Specialist. They are responsible for cultivating a robust network of strong foster families to host unaccompanied children. This role requires the development and implementation of a foster family recruitment program and ongoing management of the licensing/re-licensing foster home process. - Schedule, develop, and implement activities to maintain a diverse pool of foster families. - Guide prospective foster families through the application and licensure process, ensuring compliance with ORR and state requirements. - Oversee orientation and training for foster families. - Manage retention efforts by facilitating supportive activities for existing foster families. - Maintain detailed case files, conduct home visits, respond to emergencies, and develop informational materials for foster parents.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment
• Paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave.
• Company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match which vests immediately.
• Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance.
• An annual wellness benefit of $1,500 that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment!

Compensation:

$73,000 to $78,000 per year annual salary.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

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