Family Specialist - Ardmore

We are seeking a Family Specialist who is responsible for overseeing the recruitment, development, and supervision of Circle of Care foster homes in Ardmore and surrounding area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
● Make presentations to community and faith-based organizations for the purpose of emphasizing the need for foster and adoptive parents
● Conduct focus groups and question and answer sessions to recruit foster families for Circle of Care
● Complete home studies on potential foster homes in a timely manner and in accordance with program procedures
● Maintain case notes for each family regarding goals and progress
● Assure all case management requirements are completed in accordance with program procedures
● Maintain accurate case records on both foster homes and children placed in those homes
● Act as liaison between the foster homes and the Department of Human Services (DHS)
● Provide support to foster families, while holding them accountable for licensing requirements and child welfare policy
● Assist in all aspects of program development and operation as assigned
● Travel regionally and statewide using a personal vehicle
● Perform other duties as assigned

SKILLS and ABILITIES
● Present exceptional customer service with high expectations for quality of service
● Ability to communicate thoughts and concerns clearly, both orally and in written form
● Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality
● Tolerance to work under adverse conditions
● Open to learning and willing to use new skills and information; receptive to constructive criticism
● Work independently, and as a team member, without constant supervision
● Maintain a willingness to work flexible hours in order to meet the needs of the agency
● Organized and detailed
● Ability to use standard office equipment
● Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with the ability to learn additional software
● Capable of lifting heavy objects of up to 20 pounds
● Ability to ascend and descend stairs
● Desire to work in a social service settingFamily Specialist – Foster Care (revised 01.03.2023)
● Become familiar with all of Circle of Care programs and facilities
● Committed to the mission and vision of Circle of Care

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
● Must be at least 21 years of age
● Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher preferred in social service-related field; at least two years of experience in a social service field
● Pass a thorough background check (including fingerprinting), Department of Transportation
check, pre-employment physical, drug test as required by Department of Human Services
● Possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and a good driving record
● Become familiar with all of Circle of Care programs and facilities
● Committed to the mission and vision of Circle of Care

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance - 100% employer paid
• 403(B) with up to 6% matching
• Dental insurance
  
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance - employer paid
• Paid time off - vacation, sick, bereavement, birthday leave
• Use of company vehicle

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• 2 Years of Social Work Experience (Required)
• Oklahoma Driver's License (Required)
  

Circle of Care is EOE, drug-free employer. Please send cover letter, resume, and application (found on our website www.circleofcare.org).