Foster Parent Recruitment Specialist

Job Description

Job DescriptionNew Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) is a private, non-profit health care and social service agency in Midtown Manhattan that provides services to children with special medical needs and their families. To assist us in achieving this mission, NAC is currently seeking a talented and qualified Foster Parent Recruitment Specialist to join the Homefinding unit of our Foster Care and Adoption department.The Foster Care and Adoption program at NAC seeks permanency for children in care who have special medical and behavioral needs. These children are cared for by specialized foster parents who are recruited, trained, and licensed by NAC's Homefinding team. As a member of NAC's Homefinding team, the Foster Parent Recruitment Specialist will enhance NAC's recruitment activities by assisting in streamlining the licensing process.Position Title: Foster Parent Recruitment SpecialistPosition Type: Full-timePay Rate: $65,000 – $70,000Department: Foster Care and AdoptionLocation: 825 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019ResponsibilitiesProcess prospective foster parent inquiries via phone and email.Conduct Foster Parent orientations.Produce outcome reports for the Administration for Children's Services andagency leadership.Assist resource Foster Parent applicants with completing documentation withinthe FACS licensing platform.Process resource parent applications in a timely manner.Complete background clearances for resource applicants.Assessing applicants' readiness for fostering a child with special needs.Coordinate and attend virtual events in the community to recruit potential fosterand adoptive parents.Develop and implement recruitment strategies and initiatives for foster families incollaboration with the Foster Parent Recruitment Supervisor.Attend weekly and monthly department meetings.Participate in ACS led workgroups with other contract agencies.Follow up with families to obtain any outstanding required documents.Verify compliance of prospective foster homes with federal, state and cityregulations.Maintain regular contact with active resource applicants and document contactsvia case notes.Participate in professional development trainings specific to child welfare and theneeds of our population.Present viable foster parent applicants to the Homefinding Licensing Staff.Required Education and ExperienceMaster's degree in social work or related field.Two years of child welfare experience preferred.Required SkillsAbility to manage time effectively, multi-task, and determine priorities.Possess a high degree of organization and attention to detail; be resourceful andsolution focused.Work hours are generally 9-5pm but must be flexible to meet the needs ofworking parents.Equal Opportunity StatementNew Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices. Please read our full DEIB Statement here.ImpactEvery day, NAC's team of social workers, nurses, doctors, therapists, education specialists, van drivers, and so many more, make a lasting impact on the lives of the children and families we serve. Watch our video below to meet the youth and families whose lives have been changed because of NAC's work.