Foster Care Coordinator - Tucson, AZ (Harrison) at Intermountain Centers

Tucson, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Foster Care Licensing, Home Studies, Behavioral Health Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Stakeholder Management, Regulatory Compliance, Training Facilitation, Patient Advocacy, Clinical Supervision

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Looking to build a lasting career? Join a team that is inclusive and embraces all individuals. Intermountain Centers is one of the largest statewide behavioral health and integrated care organizations in Arizona. What does building a lasting career look like? Top-level compensation packages Exceptional health, dental, and disability benefits Career and compensation advancement programs Student loan forgiveness programs 401k company match Bilingual pay differential Holiday, PTO and employer paid life insurance Clinical licensure supervision and reimbursement Evidence-based treatment approaches, training, and supervision. Intermountain Centers and its statewide affiliates are currently recruiting career-minded individuals interested in opportunities within the largest adult and child service continuum in Arizona. General Summary: The Adult Foster Care Coordinator provides oversight and support to Foster Homes and the children and youth who are placed in their homes. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides support services for foster care homes to include, but not limited to, weekly phone contacts, and monthly visits to the homes. Performs assessment and evaluation of potential foster care homes for pre-placement visits, and suitable placement matches between children and care providers. Completes home studies and develops written recommendations. Applies Foster Care Licensing Standards for homes seeking licensure and monitors license compliance for licensed foster homes. Oversees, maintains and supports a caseload of foster homes/youth and children placed. Assists with presentation of initial and ongoing training of Foster Care Providers. Develops and maintains professional relationships with co-workers, foster care providers, professional workers, children’s family members and other stakeholders. Monitors communication between foster care providers and families, officials and professional workers; confers monthly with individual caseworkers and children’s’ families. Assists with foster home recruitment activities. Participates in weekly staff meetings, and weekly supervision with Foster Care Program Supervisor/Manager. Works a flexible schedule to meet program needs; follow agency attendance policies; participates in on-call rotation. Performs other duties as assigned or necessary as they relate to the general nature of the position. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience - Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Behavioral Health and two (2) years related social or behavioral health work experience preferred. Or HS Diploma/GED and 5 years of relevant social or behavioral health work experienced will be considered. Or Master’s degree and one (1) year of relevant experience may be substituted. REGULATORY: Minimum 18 years of age. DPS Level I fingerprint clearance (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment). CPR, First Aid, AED certification, if required (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment). Current, valid Arizona Driver’s License and 39-month Motor Vehicle Report and proof of vehicle registration liability insurance to meet insurance requirements, if required. Initial current negative TB test result, if required (Employer provides). Questions about this position? Contact us at HR@ichd.net. Intermountain Centers is an equal opportunity employer. Intermountain Centers does not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender, religion, national origin, creed, tribal affiliation, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, socio-economic status, claims experience, medical history, physical or intellectual disability, ability to pay, source of payment, mental illness, and/or cultural and linguistic needs, as well as any other class protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Adult Foster Care Coordinator provides oversight and support to foster homes and the children placed within them. Responsibilities include performing home studies, monitoring license compliance, and maintaining professional relationships with stakeholders.