Resource Family Recruiter

Description Position Summary: Recruits, approves, retain, and maintains documentation for Resource families. Works collaboratively with the Foster Care team to retain a pool of Approved Resource Families to conduct outreach efforts and generate applications to become a Resource Parent. This position has a home office of Moreno Valley but will be expected to report out of the Fullerton office when necessary.

Pay Range

$20.81 - $29.72 per hour.

Essential Duties

Acquires, maintains, teaches and demonstrates knowledge of Prevention of Sexual Abuse (PSA) and Sexual Harassment standards at care provider facilities, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care. Maintains a professional environment that is consistent with Title 22 licensing regulations, contractual agreements, and established agency policies.

Develop and implement multiple Resource Family recruitment and retention strategies to meet the current and anticipated needs of the agency, program, and/or region. Maintain current knowledge of Resource Family recruitment practices, Title 22, Domestic, ORR and URM program requirements, and trends in child welfare that affect foster care.

Recruiting and retention strategies include a diverse set of initiatives from outreach, public speaking, and community networking. The Recruiter will utilize both interpersonal and technological skills to implement these strategies. Lead orientation sessions for prospective Resource Families, both on line and in person.

Ability to teach/train PRIDE preservice and relative ongoing trainings needed for the development of the Resource Family. Travel throughout various counties as needed to implement various recruiting strategies and other forms of outreach and engagement. Requires scheduling flexibility as optimum recruitment events often occur on weekends and evenings.

Prepare, distribute and track effectiveness of a variety of recruitment initiatives. Track recruitment efforts through the Resource Parent Approval process using timely and accurate documentation of services as required by policy, State Licensing and the various contracts. Understand and retain instructions for complex tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a field approved by the State Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Regulations with five [5] years of experience working directly with resource parents and a foster family agency. Master’s degree preferred, with two [2] years of experience working directly with resource parents and a foster family agency.

Additional Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance. Must be able to successfully complete and maintain required certifications and training including, but not limited to, PRIDE. Must be able to understand and follow policy and procedures. Must be able to document services, incidents, and other required forms/documents.

Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Spanish/English bilingual required