PRN Foster Parent Recruiter – Chattanooga, TN

Youth Villages

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Job Summary

Company Overview

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children’s mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.

If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in themselves and our organization.

Job Responsibilities

Program Overview

Our Foster Care program works with foster care children to talk about their referral issues and to discuss why they are in foster care. Foster Care specialists serve as liaisons between the child and the court and always advocate for the best needs of the child. The Youth Villages Foster Care Program uses intensive in-home-based treatment where interventions are parent-focused bringing change through the family, school, community, and peer groups.

Position Overview

• Combine your Customer Service and Communications skills with the mission of helping children
• The Recruiter actively seeks out potential foster parents by developing a community outreach/marketing plan
• The outreach could include anything from a church to a community center to a festival to a classroom presentation
• Recruiters focus on partnering with the community and developing a network of people who share our desire to help children in need

Additional Information

• The schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based on the availability of youth and families served.
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes, and auto insurance.
• Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/ GED required. Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• Strong communication, sales, or marketing experience is preferred
• Experience in foster care recruitment is a plus
• Acceptable driving record – Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

Please apply through the following link: https://careers-youthvillages.icims.com/jobs/19747/prn-foster-parent-recruiter/job 

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families, and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.

Details

• Date Posted: March 16, 2024
• Type: Part-Time
• Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
• Service Area: Children / Youth