Foster Care Licensing Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supervising the licensing team and delivering licensing services in the foster care and treatment foster care programs per program guidelines. The supervisor will oversee the licensing staff and family finders to promote finding and supporting the child/youth's permanent and safe placement. Responsible for oversight of recruitment, retention, training, investigations, and licensure of foster family homes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage, develop, and train the licensing team while providing weekly supervision;

• Review all written documents generated by staff and ensure that the required documents are complete and documented in the case file, along with uploading pertinent documents into salesforce.

• Participate in various stakeholder and community groups to promote agency programs and network with the community, creating community linkages and opportunities.

• Create and monitor systems to oversee completion of investigations, Home of Relative (HMR) timelines to ensure safety, assist in licensure and promote family finding efforts to assist child/youth in developing a network of supports.

• Review and create systems to ensure DCFS, accreditation, and other best practices are followed.

• Ensure monitoring visits are up to date and uploaded into Salesforce.

• Monitor productivity measures through Salesforce.

• Arranges in-service training opportunities for Hoyleton's foster parents.

• Completes and maintains foster home records as required by DCFS and HYFS policy.

• Oversees the development and implementation of the foster parent law compliance plan.

• Other duties as assigned.
  

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possess or qualify for required DCFS licensure.
• The ability to recruit foster parents and evaluate the suitability of their homes for foster care placement;
• Able to work cooperatively and promote teamwork; excellent interpersonal skills;
• The ability to provide services in a manner that reflects an appreciation for the cultural background, heritage, and identity of each child;
• An understanding of the issues of separation and loss for children in care;
• Excellent oral and written skills;
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain proof of auto insurance.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• A Master's Degree from an accredited program in social work education or in another human services field is preferred; or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in social work education, or in another human services field, with at least two years experience in foster care services.

CARE & TCI

One of the essential job functions of any position within the agency is to align your performance with our overarching philosophy of CARE. All decisions, actions, communication, and performance should align with the six CARE principles (Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Ecologically Oriented, Competence Centered, and Trauma Informed). Not only must you complete the CARE training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.

Every employee must also pass TCI training with a satisfactory grade in written and/or physical testing. All employees must remain current on refresher training that is provided monthly at all locations. You will be tested every six months on the physical portion, if applicable to your position. You will be tested annually on the written portion, regardless of your position. If you are not current on your TCI refresher training every six months, you will be required to retake the full course. If you do not pass either test, you may be required to retake the full course. Not only must you complete the TCI training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.

Location: 62208