Caregiver Support Specialist

Job Summary This is a professional position responsible for licensing and support of relatives and non-relatives in Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties. Essential Functions Establish and maintain positive working relationship with HFC internal and external customers Work with kinship families who are in the process of becoming licensed or who already hold an active license, collaborating to ensure licensing standards are in compliance Provide ongoing support, resources and referral information to caregivers for placement stability and success; this includes quality quarterly contact with licensed caregivers Assist and support caregivers in the investigation of allegations of abuse and neglect Complete home visits with caregivers to prepare them for licensing and gather appropriate updates Complete background screening and assure requirements are completed in a timely manner Conduct in‑person interviews to gather information for the licensing home study and secure signatures as required within the specified time frame Prepare licensing packets for accuracy and in compliance with licensing regulations Submit licensing packets timely to supervisor and/or central region Monitor completion of training requirements for caregivers Participate in meetings and staffing involving caregivers and service providers Attend trainings or retention activities for caregivers Track and monitor caseload activities Work with other departments collaboratively that will also be supporting caregivers regarding benefits Perform special projects as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field. Two years of experience working with children, adolescents and families is preferred. Florida Child Welfare Certification highly preferred. Benefits Excellent benefits package with tuition assistance, domestic partner coverage, retirement and generous paid time off. Additional Information Drug free workplace. Drug testing required. EOE/M/F/D/V. EEO Statement Heartland for Children (HFC) does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on disability, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or any category protected by law. HFC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the organization. Contact 1239 E. Main Street, Bartow, Florida 33830 View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Heartland East