Foster Care Certification Specialist

Recruit, assess, and certify foster families using a trauma-informed, family-centered approach. Serve as a community-facing partner to help caregivers create safe, nurturing homes and improve stability and well-being for children and youth. Key Duties Conduct home studies and ongoing assessments of prospective and current foster families. Provide pre-service and ongoing training to foster caregivers. Ensure compliance with state and licensing regulations and required documentation. Offer guidance and support to caregivers to promote safety, permanency, and child/youth well-being. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a mission-driven, supportive culture. Qualifications & Skills Strong knowledge of child welfare certification/home study processes and relevant regulatory requirements. Ability to apply trauma-informed and family-centered practices. Excellent communication, assessment, documentation, and relationship-building skills. Commitment to caregiver support and child/youth outcomes. #J-18808-Ljbffr MEP Health