Foster Care Home Finder Position Available In Sullivan, New York

Foster Care Home Finder 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Monticello, NY 12701 Job Information Date Opened 06/09/2025 Job Type Full time Industry Social Services Work Experience 1-3 years Salary $19-20 per hour City Monticello State/Province New York Country United States Zip/Postal Code 12701

About Us Valid Job Description Who We Are:

The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.

Position Summary:

The Foster Care Home Finder/Recruiter is responsible for recruiting and assessing potential foster homes, which consists of training and case management of the certification process. Our Home Finders ensure that every child in foster care has a safe, healthy and nurturing foster home. The individual in this position will also be required to maintain each certified foster home, including recertifying each home; ensuring agency and state standards are met within their licensure. Exercise strong collaborative efforts with neighboring departments of social services and other community providers and agencies.

Responsibilities:

Participate in developing an active recruitment plan for recruiting foster parents. Handle inquiries and applications from potential foster parents. Facilitate all orientation meetings with potential foster parents and complete home studies for all recommended foster homes. Complete all paperwork for the certification process. Create and maintain detailed, accurate, and timely written reports on all homes on case load. Assist and support foster parents in meeting challenges and achieving success, through participation in administrative meetings, referral for additional services, or other interventions, as necessary. Act as point of contact for all the foster families on assigned work load.

Requirements Education:

Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field required

Experience:

2 years of experience with child welfare, social work, or similar experience required Bilingual – Spanish – strongly preferred Driver’s License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required Benefits Full Time Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam 403(b) with 6% employer contribution PTO plus 9 paid holidays Childcare Reimbursement Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts) Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center Opportunities for Professional Development Part Time Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center Opportunities for

Professional Development EEO Statement:

Children’s Home is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces and supports diversity, as it benefits the youth and families we work with. We have created an inclusive and mutually respectful environment for all employees. We seek quality employees that want to be part of a collaborative team and make our mission of partnering with youth and families their long-term goal.