Initial Licensing Specialist

Initial Licensing SpecialistNecco has an opportunity for a career as an Initial Licensing Specialist. This position will add value to the company by leading, managing, and directing Recruitment & Retention policies, procedures, and practices across all locations in the US. Responsible for creating and implementing recruitment and retention strategies and programs.A happy warrior who thrives on leading from the front with strategic thinking. A solid communicator in search of decisions that deliver real results. A problem-solver, financial steward, and one who excels at collaboration. Ridiculously passionate about the company's success, growth, and program quality.RecruitmentEnsuring targeted recruitment to meet current demand by utilizing dataCarrying out the annual recruitment planMining existing and prospective parents for referralsEstablishing the Necco brand as a leader in foster care by educating the community and related organizations at eventsBuilding relationships with foster parents, local businesses, news media, churches, community organizations, and business leadersUsing data to collaborate with staff, foster parents, and community-based influencers to develop and implement ongoing recruitment methodsEnsuring the CRM reflects accurate and timely data regarding leads/opportunities and activitiesUtilizing CRM to manage follow-up communication with prospective foster parents using phone, email, text, face-to-face, and direct mailEnsuring inquiry responses are within 24 hours (excludes weekends)CertificationLeading the charge on the certification process as required by state licensing to include initial training, home study process, and approval to be a foster homeMaintaining knowledge of current state regulations relating to foster homesAssessing the family for ability to foster throughout the training and home study processProviding foster parent training classes for certification per state requirementsProviding recommendations for needed training in growth areasParticipating in the admissions process from youth referral to first placementMaintaining all aspects of the foster parent record in the databaseEnsuring the accuracy of pipeline numbersWorking with the team on foster home capacity and utilizationInitial TrainingManaging all aspects of foster parent initial trainingEnsuring training of Hobb's principles of Re-Education and Necco cultureCorporate CitizenProviding (on a rotating schedule) on-call advisory and support to foster families, report and document activitiesPracticing Ruthless PragmatismEngaging in peer-to-peer feedbackKnowing and Living the Necco Corporate Culture PrinciplesEmbodying the 3 essential virtues of Humble, Hungry, and SmartDriving your Individual Performance ScorecardAdhering to and contributing to the Necco meeting structurePosition QualificationsMinimum of 21 years of ageBachelor's degree in human services or related field (Kentucky, Georgia, Indiana, Ohio)Bachelor's or Master's Degree in social work or a related human service field, or a Board of Regents degree with human service concentration, or a bachelor's degree and have completed department-approved training provided by the child placing agency (West Virginia)Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university (Tennessee) The degree must be supplemented by at least 7 hours in behavioral sciences, such as social work, psychology, and sociologyOne year of casework experience can be substituted for the 7 hoursA minimum of 2 years' experience in the human services field100/300/100 Auto Insurance Coverage and Valid Driver's licenseExperience with TrainingExcellent Computer Skills along with the ability to learn new skills and/or programsExcellent communication and organizational skillsSuccessful completion of all required criminal background checksTravel/Training WillingnessAt Necco, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable work environment. We embrace individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and creativity, and we actively seek candidates from all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages to join our organization. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.