Foster Parent Recruiter and Licenser -Baltimore, MD
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Job DetailsLevelExperiencedJob LocationArbutus, MD - Baltimore, MDPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeSalary Range$76,000.00 - $77,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage15 - 25%Job ShiftRegularJob CategoryNonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionThe Recruiter/Licensor is responsible for cultivating a robust network of strong foster families to host UC's referred to Lutheran Social Services This role requires the development and implementation of a foster family recruitment program and ongoing management of the licensing/re-licensing foster home process. A successful Recruiter/Licensor will have a creative and strategic approach to foster family recruitment and retention, maintain a working knowledge of the ORR Unaccompanied Children program, and a strong sense of child welfare best practices. Essential Functions•Maintain current knowledge of the U.S. Resettlement and Unaccompanied Children's Programs, and state licensing regulations.•Coordinate the scheduling, development, and implementation of recruitment activities to maintain a pool of diverse and culturally sensitive families for the UC Transitional Foster Care programs•Foster strategic partnerships with community stakeholders•Accompany prospective foster families through the application and licensure process with support and a working knowledge of the ORR TFC program and local state licensing requirements•Oversee foster family orientation and training•Manage retention efforts by developing and facilitating supportive activities for existing foster families•Coordinate with and report activities to the LIRS Program Manager for Foster Family Licensing and Recruitment•Conduct home visits for initial licensure and licensure renewal as needed•Respond to emergency placement needs•Bilingual in Spanish and English preferredOther Requirements•PRIDE Trainer Certified•SAFE Home Study Certified•Valid driver's license•Clean driving record•Successfully pass a drug screen•A personal vehicle•MD child protection clearance•MD and FBI criminal•Physical and TB TestQualifications•MSW or BSW•Licensed Social Worker in Maryland (LMSW, LGSW, LICSW)•Must be at least 21 years of agePreferred Skills•Bilingual English/Spanish, strongly preferred•Experience completing home studies for foster care and/or adoption•Experience working with unaccompanied children or knowledge of the United States Immigration system for Unaccompanied Children, preferred•Experience working with children, youth, and/or families from high-risk backgrounds.•Excellent oral, written and inter-personal communication skills;•Proficient in Office 365•Attention to detail and accuracy; strong organizational skills;•Knowledge of community resources and services systems