Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Resource (Foster) Parent Recruiter is responsible for identifying, contacting, and registering eligible foster parents for KEEP support and training groups. (KEEP is a program which supports foster families by promoting child well-being and preventing placement breakdowns.) Additionally, the Recruiter provides presentations to, and forges community partnerships with, organizations that interface with the Child Welfare system. The Foster Parent Recruiter meets regularly with foster parent certifiers, DHS caseworkers, community partners, and others to provide an overview of the program and solicit referrals. The Foster Parent Recruiter maintains a collaborative working relationship with the Oregon Department of Human Services, Oregon Social Learning Center, and Family Nurturing Center. This is a hybrid position that may have some work in the office or out in the field, while some work can be performed from home.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Attends training with the KEEP Oregon Project’s Recruitment Lead.

· Identifies possible referral sources and performs outreach

· Meets with ODHS and community partners to solicit referrals

· Prepares and provides public speaking presentations

· Researches and forges partnerships with community agencies

· Connects with the referred foster parents by phone, email, and/or text

· Explains program details and benefits, fields questions about the program, completes intake questionnaire

· Accurately records and inputs information

· Maintains spreadsheets for tracking outreach efforts and completed intakes

· Takes part in regular calls with ODHS recruitment liaison

· Maintains client confidentiality at all times

· Coordinates with KEEP Group Leaders

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

· 1-2 years of office/administrative experience

· Public speaking ability

· Demonstrated competence with Excel, Microsoft Word, and web-based applications

· Cultural competence and humility

CORE COMPETENCIES:

· Building Trust

· Collaboration

· Communication

· Delivering Results

· Problem solving

· Taking Initiative

· Functional knowledge and skills

· Service to Others/Customer Focus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (List requirements - example)

· Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

· Sitting, standing, driving

· Vision and hearing within normal range (with or without corrections)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.32 - $18.01 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Recruiting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Medford, OR 97501

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