Foster Parent Recruiter

Job Details

Career Opportunity

We are looking for a Foster Parent Recruiter to join our NYAP who will work our Columbus / Newark area. The person in this role must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in the behavioral / social sciences such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Education etc.

Also the person must have 2 years of experience in the area of youth services, preferably with direct experience in the area of child welfare, or foster care recruitment and training.

Position Summary

Foster Parent Recruiter works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families being served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with the youth and family to provide advocacy and support towards targeted goals.

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on topics such as : PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!
• 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!
• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
• Tuition Assistance
• Work Anniversary Trips!
• Peace leave
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage Reimbursement

RESPONSIBILITIES

Foster Parent Recruiter will perform duties including, but not limited to :

• Conducts public relations activities in the communities where NYAP resides on behalf of the foster care program through the media, publications and other initiatives outlined in the state / regional recruitment plan.
• Works directly with the appropriate Director or her / his designee in producing flyers, advertising, and informational brochures for use in public relations activities in the counties where NYAP is present and in counties where the mission of the National Youth Advocate Program is to begin.
• Works directly with community leaders in fostering the mission of the National Youth Advocate Program.
• Works directly with potential foster parents in meeting state pre-service training requirements.
• Works directly with potential foster parents in assisting them with completing all paper work necessary to become a foster parent with the National Youth Advocate Program regarding the regulations set forth by the appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Meet for supervision with the Licensing Manager a minimum of twice monthly.
• Serve as a resource coordinator in helping foster parents seek all training opportunities available to them through the National Youth Advocate Program and in the community.
• Assist in the placement process and successful matching of youth and foster parents based on the needs of referred youth and the level of training, strengths and expertise of the foster family.
• Develop and implement an ongoing foster home recruitment plan and submit monthly reports of community actions and response to the appropriate Director or her / his designee.
• Maintain professional boundaries, conduct and confidentiality and other governmental laws and regulations, agency policy and licensure ethics.
• Provide support to all members of the treatment team, including case managers, therapists, foster parents and youth to ensure needs are met and placement stability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in the behavioral / social sciences is required.
• 2 years of experience in the area of youth services, preferably with direct experience in the area of child welfare, or foster care recruitment and training.
• Knowledgeable of foster care rules and the services provided by the National Youth Advocate Program, and have experience working with youth in out-of-home care.
• Must have the ability to speak publicly regarding the mission of the National Youth Advocate Program and most specifically the Foster Care program.
• Current driver’s license, car registration, auto insurance and good driving record.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

OTHER SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
• Must be comfortable with public speaking

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

NYAP also requires all of our employees, regardless of their title / position, to hold and maintain automobile liability insurance coverage of $100,000 / $300,000.

Please contact our HR department with questions, 614-487-3888 or .

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.

Who we are

Who We Are :

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve.

We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas : Prevention / Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification / Permanency.

If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.