Foster Care Licensing Coordinator
National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP), Augusta, GA, United States
Overview
We are looking for a Licensing Coordinator to join our Augusta, GA team here at NYAP!
Under the general supervision of the Regional Manager or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position is responsible for recruiting, licensing, and retaining quality foster homes, ensuring licensed homes meet or exceed community and organizational needs.
SAFE certification and NTDC are preferred.
Responsibilities
Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Complete all required training in a timely manner.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies that generate the quantity and quality of inquiries for viable licensed foster homes.
Support the development of potential foster parents in understanding the needs of the youth entering foster care, the expectation of mentoring primary families and the goal of reunification of youth with the primary family.
Work with current, former, and prospective foster parents to recruit new foster families.
Responsible for the knowledge and implementation of all rules, regulations, and policies related to foster care.
Complete face to face meetings with each potential family within the first two weeks to answer questions and assist in the licensing process.
Assist all potential foster families in providing all required information and completing required paperwork in a timely manner.
Meet with foster parents experiencing difficulty in the licensing process to remove barriers.
Develop a comprehensive home study for each potential family and submit for approval.
Maintain and update all foster home records in appropriate systems.
Provide ongoing training and support to licensed foster homes.
Complete annual evaluations and recertification of all licensed foster homes.
Support foster parents including providing information, education, meetings, support groups, and one on one discussions.
Travel daily to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
Actively participate in the weekly supervision process.
Remain objective and professional in all areas of job function; demonstrate tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Report incidents to state and supervisory agencies when appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families (strongly preferred).
A valid professional license as required by state law and/or regulatory bodies.
SAFE certification and NTDC are preferred but not required at the time of start.
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Must be comfortable with public speaking.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
Driving And Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability required.
Benefits
Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family
22 Days Off Each Year
11 Paid Holidays Per Year
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
Tuition Assistance
Equal Opportunity
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
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We are looking for a Licensing Coordinator to join our Augusta, GA team here at NYAP!
Under the general supervision of the Regional Manager or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position is responsible for recruiting, licensing, and retaining quality foster homes, ensuring licensed homes meet or exceed community and organizational needs.
SAFE certification and NTDC are preferred.
Responsibilities
Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Complete all required training in a timely manner.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies that generate the quantity and quality of inquiries for viable licensed foster homes.
Support the development of potential foster parents in understanding the needs of the youth entering foster care, the expectation of mentoring primary families and the goal of reunification of youth with the primary family.
Work with current, former, and prospective foster parents to recruit new foster families.
Responsible for the knowledge and implementation of all rules, regulations, and policies related to foster care.
Complete face to face meetings with each potential family within the first two weeks to answer questions and assist in the licensing process.
Assist all potential foster families in providing all required information and completing required paperwork in a timely manner.
Meet with foster parents experiencing difficulty in the licensing process to remove barriers.
Develop a comprehensive home study for each potential family and submit for approval.
Maintain and update all foster home records in appropriate systems.
Provide ongoing training and support to licensed foster homes.
Complete annual evaluations and recertification of all licensed foster homes.
Support foster parents including providing information, education, meetings, support groups, and one on one discussions.
Travel daily to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
Actively participate in the weekly supervision process.
Remain objective and professional in all areas of job function; demonstrate tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Report incidents to state and supervisory agencies when appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families (strongly preferred).
A valid professional license as required by state law and/or regulatory bodies.
SAFE certification and NTDC are preferred but not required at the time of start.
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Must be comfortable with public speaking.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
Driving And Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability required.
Benefits
Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family
22 Days Off Each Year
11 Paid Holidays Per Year
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
Tuition Assistance
Equal Opportunity
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
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