SUMMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Foster Home Developer is responsible for the coordination and recruitment of foster and adoptive parents for the agency. The FHD will recruit homes by participating in DFPS orientation meetings, attendance at public family friendly events, speaking at church events, and various other recruitment.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain confidentiality and other responsibilities listed in governmental laws and regulations, as well as Giocosa policy and procedures.

• Timely and accurately complete the required licensing, assessment, and support processes to ensure that potential foster/adoptive families meet Licensing Standards and are appropriately prepared to care for children; make recommendations for utilization; introduce new families to branch staff members and ensure that the home study assessment is appropriately completed.

• Serve as a liaison with the community on behalf of the agency.

• Request and receive all records related to the foster families.

• Ensure completion of all required paperwork as per minimum licensing standards.

• Provide orientation and training for new foster homes. 

• Ensure all documentation regarding the recruitment process is completed as per Minimum Standards. 

• Recruit and develop foster and adoptive homes.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• DFPS Contracting Standards.

• RCCL Licensing Standards.

• Organizational development, strong leadership, and knowledge of program operations.

• General office software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite, Kaleidacare, and use of databases.

 Ability to:

• Foster and cultivate relationships with foster families.

• Recognize and be responsive to the needs of foster families during verification process.

• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.

• Multitask, be energetic, and exhibit good organizational skills.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Completion of a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university with 1 year of child welfare experience, preferably with case management experience.

• Excellent verbal, written, communication, and organizational skills.

• Excellent people skills with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.

• Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to a corporate mission.

• Flexible and able to multitask, can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, and guiding investment in people and systems.

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