Providing training and support for Foster Parents to ensure preparedness for licensure; Facilitating the licensing process and providing support, coordination and administrative support to both the Program Manager and families to secure license for foster homes; and Assisting the Foster Care Recruiter with all duties and responsibilities as needed. Essential duties include but are not limited to: Conducting license studies for potential and future foster parents; Completing annual reassessments and license renewals; Provide training and support to foster parents to ensure licensure requirements are met; Maintain family resource files as required by CSH and EEC ensuring that all files are keep to date; and provide support and assistance to Program Manager and Case Managers as needed.
Helix Human Services provides Comprehensive Foster Care (CFC), a unique program through which foster families provide a home to one or two children and/or adolescents in need of more support.
Hiring Full Time / Hybrid
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field with a minimum of three years relevant experience.
- Licensed social worker or license eligible.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to work cooperatively and closely with DCF and collateral agencies, must have Knowledge of Hampden County.
- Interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication.
- Comfortable working with diverse teams.
- Bilingual preferred, not required.
Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefit PackageHelix Human Services is an inclusive organization. LGBTQIA+ and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Helix Human Services is dedicated to providing trauma-informed therapeutic and educational services to diverse children and families, building the foundation for lifelong success at home, school, and the community.