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Foster Care Licensing Specialist

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM • Full-time • Fairmont, West Virginia • 1m ago

Job Details

Experienced

Fairmont, WV

Full Time

4 Year Degree

First

Nonprofit - Social Services

Career Opportunity

Foster Care Licensing Specialist

Location: Fairmont, WV

Position Summary

The Licensing Specialist is responsible for assisting with the recruitment and licensing of foster homes.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9a – 5p; some evenings and weekends as needed

Working At NYAP

Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
22 days off each year
11 paid holidays per year
Student loan repayment assistance
Tuition assistance
Friday Summer hours
Work anniversary trips
Mileage reimbursement
Peace Leave

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Responsibilities

The Licensing Specialist will perform duties including, but not limited to:

Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies
Assist 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.
Quickly contact all foster home inquiries and work with licensing staff to resolve.
Assist all potential foster families in providing all required information and completing required paperwork in a timely manner.
Maintain and update all foster home records in appropriate systems.
Provide ongoing training and support to licensed foster homes.
File and maintain annual evaluations and recertification of all licensed foster homes.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
Previous experience and proficiency in the use of various office machines, including computers.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
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 customer service and communication skills
Sensitivity to cultural diversity
Enthusiastic self-starter
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
Works well independently and as a team member

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

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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.

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.

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.