The ideal candidate is detail oriented, adaptable, solutions focused, and highly organized, with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to delivering an exceptional candidate experience. They are passionate about supporting recruitment strategies, building collaborative relationships, and helping StepStone attract dedicated professionals who share our mission of providing safe, stable, and supportive environments for youth and families.
Responsibilities
Act as the contact person for recruitment and interfaces with all other organizations or facilities in regard to recruitment and service delivery systems of A Place to Call Home, as applicable
Track recruitment processes/progress for reporting purposes, both internal and external, including but not limited to, Home Recruitment Study Supervision requirements
Coordinate volunteers for the District for such events as the Quarterly Support meetings, May Appreciation Event, Holiday Party and any other office project or event, as applicable, for the purpose of cost-effectiveness, support, community awareness
Generate interest in foster care licensure and adoption certification utilizing industry standard avenues and implementing new and creative means to meet/exceed Agency recruitment goals of at least 15 potential foster families each training cycle that include a percentage combination for each contracted licensing category among the attending foster families, as well as Agency retention goals
Field internal and external inquiries for initial licensure and certification and conduct initial screening on all new inquiries within one business day of receipt of the original inquiry
Assess Families interested in transferring to A Place To Call Home from other agencies for eligibility, training needs, etc. and present to the Director for approval and conduct Pre-Screening/Pre-Service home visits of interested Families and present assessment of their skill level, preliminary fitness as foster/adoptive parent(s) and eligibility to the Director for approval; and conduct recruitment staffing with Director/Program Coordinator(s)/assigned Family Specialist to review families approved to attend Orientation and begin initial training
Generate and submit targeted recruitment proposals/plans according to identified needs and timelines and complete Targeted Recruitment reports per contract requirements
Plan and execute external activities/presentations (churches, community, civic) for the purpose of recruiting potential Foster/Adoptive Families and generating community awareness of A Place To Call Home and foster care/adoption
Seek out marketing opportunities by meeting with community and business representatives, identify potential marketing locations, develop marketing plans, assess plans for cost-effectiveness and provide input on promotional materials
Maintain current inventory information for promotional materials on-hand and submit proposals for replenishing supplies as appropriate; coordinate between Districts to order items in bulk to minimize cost including family gifts
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college or any combination of education and experience equivalent to required knowledge base of child/adult developmental service delivery systems
Experience in marketing, social media, event planning/coordination, service/sales and recruitment
Able to maintain a clear record through Department of Economic Security Central Registry of any reports of child abuse and neglect
About our Line of Business
StepStone Family and Youth Services, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides the full spectrum of support to children in need of alternative, safer, and more positive living environments with residential and family services. StepStone connects children and youth who need homes with foster families, as well as foster care training, respite care and support services. For young adults transitioning from foster care to independent living, StepStone provides personalized guidance and training on basic life skills, including money management and education. For more information, please visit www.stepstoneyouth.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
