Foster Care Licensing Coordinator

Foster Care Licensing CoordinatorHot JobWheeling, WVOverviewSalary Range $43,000.00 - $46,000.00 Salary/year Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Category Nonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionFoster Care Licensing CoordinatorLocation: Wheeling, WVPosition SummaryLicensing Coordinators with National Youth Advocate Program are responsible for completing initial home studies, maintaining annual re-certifications, retaining quality foster homes, and ensuring licensed homes meet or exceed community and organizational needs. Under the general supervision of the Licensing Supervisor, you will work closely with foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community. Candidate must be flexible to work evenings as necessary. This position covers licensing for both Wheeling and Parkersburg.Salary: $43,000 - $46,000 annuallyWorking At NYAPCompetitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance22 days off each year11 paid holidays per yearStudent loan repayment assistanceTuition assistanceFriday Summer hoursWork anniversary tripsMileage reimbursementPeace LeavePaid Parental LeaveBenefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.ResponsibilitiesActively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.Develop and implement recruitment strategies that generate the quantity and quality of inquiries for viable licensed foster homes.Support the development of 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 retain families.Complete face-to-face meetings with each foster family to maintain licensure.Meet with foster parents to remove barriers in the licensing process.Complete a comprehensive home study for family and submit for approval.Maintain and update all foster home records in appropriate systems.Provide ongoing training and support to licensed foster homes.Complete annual evaluations and recertification of all licensed foster homes.Prepare adoption finalization paperwork.Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.Active and valid professional licensure; LSW preferred.1 year of work experience working in direct service with youth and families, required.A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.Excellent time management and relationship-building skills.Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.Driving and Vehicle RequirementsValid driver's licenseReliable personal transportationGood driving recordMinimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability required.If this describes YOU, please apply today!