Social Worker-Certification Specialist - Chico

The Social Worker (Certification Specialist Emphasis) develops qualified Foster Family Homes and Adult
Family Homes by recruiting, screening, and certifying Foster Parents and Family Home Providers. The
Social Worker (Certification Specialist Emphasis) ensures initial and ongoing certification requirements
are met and that developed homes and Providers are in alignment with the philosophy and values of the
company as well as all internal and external regulations and policies.

Essential Job Functions

Individuals must be able to meet all essential functions, core competencies, and requirements of the
position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to meet/perform
these functions.

• Upholds the mission and vision of Enriching Lives in the screening and development of homes.
• Generates leads for Providers through advertising, word of mouth referrals, presentations, community organizations and other events.
• Conducts information sessions & educational opportunities for potential Providers.
• Provides CPR, FA, NCI, and Intro to FHA Services to employees and potential Providers as required.
• Conducts monthly educational opportunities as required.
• Performs application reviews, home studies, interviews, documentation verification, medical reviews, reference checks, etc as part of the certification process.
• Reviews potential candidates with Administrator and provides recommendations on moving forward on candidates or screening them out.
• Ensures Providers understand their Independent Contractor Relationship with the company.
• Maintains all required certification documentation of Providers in accordance with internal and external regulations and policies including verification that all certification requirements are met, current contracts are in place, etc.
• Monitors and supports the Providers during initial and ongoing certification home visits. Notifies management immediately of any material changes affecting the status of Individuals or Provider Homes.
• Manages and tracks the recruitment budget.
• Assists and provides recommendations in the matching process between Individuals and Providers.
• Assists with Provider retention.
• Provides crisis management support and rotating on call coverage to Individuals& Providers as required.
• Provides excellent customer service and response timeliness to stakeholders such as Individuals, Families, Regional Center, and Family Home Providers.
• Develops external relationships with community individuals, agencies, and organizations in the recruitment of Providers.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with all Individuals, families, funding sources and regulatory agencies, as appropriate, and monitors their satisfaction with services.
• Participates in training as required.
• Assist Individuals with transportation and moving as needed.
• Functions as a Social Worker (Coordinator Emphasis) as required during development and transition stages.
• Performs other duties as assigned. May work on special assignments in addition to normal job functions.

Supervisory Requirements


None.


Education and/or Experience


Related bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from four-year college or University plus one to two years related experience preferred; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.

Language Skills


Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employers of organization.


Mathematical Skills


Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.


Reasoning Ability


Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


Vision


Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors, Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).


Certificates, Licenses, Registrations


First Aid and CPR certification, Valid driver's license and insurance, driving record must meet state regulations and company policy.


Other Requirements


Safe and reliable vehicle. Ability to travel as required. Must meet all federal, state, and internal employment requirements including, but not limited to: Background checks and Physical/TB/Drug screening.


Requirements and Qualifications

Physical Demand

Amount of Time


Stand


Under 1/3


Walk


Under 1/3


Sit


1/3 to 2/3


Reach Vertical


Under 1/3


Reach Horizontal


Under 1/3


Climb or Balance


Under 1/3


Twist


Under 1/3


Bend


Under 1/3


Squat


Under 1/3


Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl


Under 1/3


Physical Intervention


Under 1/3


Talk or Hear


Over 2/3


Taste or Smell


Under 1/3


Type


Under 1/3


Drive


Under 1/3


Lifting Weight or Exerting Force

Amount of Time


Up to 10 Pounds


Under 1/3


Up to 25 Pounds


Under 1/3


Up to 50 Pounds


Under 1/3


Up to 100 Pounds


Under 1/3


More than 100 Pounds


Under 1/3


Working Environment

Amount of Time


Wet or Humid Conditions (Non-Weather)


Rarely


Work Near Mechanical Moving Parts


Rarely


Work in High, Precarious Places


Rarely


Fumes or Airborne Particles


Rarely


Toxic or Caustic Chemicals


Under 1/3


Outdoor Weather Conditions


Under 1/3


Extreme Cold (Non-Weather)


Rarely


Risk of Electrical Shock


Rarely


Work with Explosives


Rarely


Risk of Radiation


Rarely


Vibration


Rarely


Level of Noise


Moderate Noise: Business Office, Community, Residences