Child and Family Services Specialist – Comprehensive Foster Care

Role Overview

• Advocate for CFC Providers.
• Respect the individuality, culture, and family connections of each child served.
• Essential in actively recruiting foster parents in the community.
• Providing education about the program to internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate support groups for CFC providers to strengthen caregiver engagement, promote retention, and provide ongoing education.
• Implement family-centered practice principles to ensure children and families are included in decision-making processes.
• Promote normalcy and stability in the lives of children in care.
• Utilize evidence-based practices focused on least-restrictive, family-centered approaches.
• Provide in-person support and guidance to a caseload of CFC Providers.
• Develop Positive Behavior Support plans focused on goal attainment, de-escalation, and crisis intervention.
• Work closely with case management teams, schools, therapists, and other professionals to support permanency and stability.
• Actively recruit and engage prospective CFC caregivers through outreach and relationship-building.
• Collaborate with community partners and stakeholders to promote the CFC program and expand placement capacity.
• Support training initiatives and onboarding of new CFC Providers.
• Contribute to program development efforts by identifying service gaps, recommending improvements, and supporting implementation of best practices.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a strong work ethic in supporting families and program goals.
• Build collaborative relationships with leadership and actively participate in team planning and program advancement.
• Seek opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields.
• Valid Driver's license is required.
• Consideration will be given to applicants who are enrolled in the final semester of their Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in child welfare, juvenile justice and/or case management experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities