Foster Care Licensing Specialist

1 month ago


Fairview Heights, United States Hoyleton Youth and Family Services Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you dedicated to making a significant impact on the lives of children and families? Hoyleton Youth and Family Services in Fairview Heights, IL, is seeking a full-time Foster Care Licensing Specialist to join our team. We offer a competitive salary along with an exceptional benefits package, including :

  • Health, dental, vision & life insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Employer-paid short-term disability
  • 403B retirement plan with up to 5% company match
  • Employee assistance program; paid health, vacation, and personal time
  • Paid holidays and paid parental leave
  • Staff lunches, birthday recognition, employee appreciation, and yearly retreats for employees
  • Continuing education opportunities

Join us as our new Foster Care Licensing Specialist in our mission to empower children and families to achieve their full potential


GET TO KNOW THE POSITION

In this role, you will develop and implement strategies to recruit new foster parents, including creating recruitment materials and delivering presentations to community groups. You will conduct home studies and background checks to ensure compliance with DCFS regulations, and you will recommend the issuance of licenses as appropriate. You will guide foster parents through the licensing process, providing necessary training and support. Additionally, you will maintain current knowledge of foster home availability, assist in placing children in suitable homes, conduct semi-annual licensing visits, handle licensing complaints, and arrange in-service training opportunities for foster parents.

Minimum requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field
  • 2+ years of experience in foster care services
  • 21+ years of age
  • Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance
  • Ability to obtain required DCFS licensure
  • Skilled in recruiting foster parents and assessing home suitability
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • Culturally sensitive, with an understanding of child separation and loss issues
  • Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills

We would prefer a:

  • Master's degree in social work or a related human services field

GET TO KNOW US

We are a faith-based organization founded upon the social justice heritage of the United Church of Christ. Since our founding in 1895, we have grown to be one of Southern Illinois' leaders in providing emotional and mental health services for every stage of youth and family development. Our mission is to enable all people, young and old alike, to realize the wholeness of life that God intends. Our team of professionals is energized daily because they have the opportunity to bring positive change to someone's life. In fact, "changing lives" is in everyone's job description. We also offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture.

If you are committed to making a positive difference and are eager to join a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply. Our initial application process is quick and mobile-friendly, taking only 3 minutes to complete Apply to be a Foster Care Licensing Specialist now



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