Foster Care Licensing Specialist
Company: Professional Services Group, Inc.
Location: Kenosha
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Professional Services Group, Inc.Description:
PSG/CIP is a multi-service community-based social services
organization that fulfills its mission of helping individuals and
families to achieve their greatest potential through dynamic, cost
effective and innovative programming responsive to the needs of
diverse communities.JOB SUMMARY:The Foster Care Licensing
Specialist makes recommendations to Kenosha County Division of
Children and Family Services regarding the licensing of foster
parent applicants. This position also assists with program
recruitment and retention.Salary: $23.00 per hourWHY WORK FOR
PSG/CIP?Be part of a great team that is passionate and dedicated to
making a difference in the community!Opportunities for
advancementProfessional development trainingsGreat work-life
balanceCompetitive benefits package, including: paid time off and
company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short
and long term disability; 401k and profit sharing.Key
Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive foster care licensing
studies and evaluations in accordance with DCF 56Exercise judgment
to intervene as an advocate for foster parents in emergency and
crisis situations.Assist with ongoing program planning and
development.Assist with program recruitment and
retention.Facilitate Foundation Training and Pre-Placement Training
for foster parents.Coordinate placements for foster children to
match their needs to appropriate providers.Be available via phone
to assist Foster Parents with any questions or concerns they may
have.Handle all inquiries for foster care licensing.Maintain
contact as needed and provide support to foster parents.Attend unit
meetings at Kenosha County Division of Children and Family Services
when necessary.
Requirements:
Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid
driver's license, and automobile insurance.Bachelor's Degree in
Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or other related fields
is required.Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected
veteran statusTags: youth, teen, community, mental health, social
services, human services, addiction counseling, supportive,
nurture, career, treatment, crisis, kids, children, therapy,
multilingual, bilingual, behavior, communications, continuing
education, developmentPI187400897
Keywords: Professional Services Group, Inc., Kenosha , Foster Care Licensing Specialist, Other , Kenosha, Wisconsin
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