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Resource Family Developer/Foster Care Advocate

$53,000–$55,500 year

On-siteAnderson, Indiana, United States

Full TimeBachelors DegreeMedium

Job Summary

Recruit, assess, and license prospective foster parents by conducting home studies, reference checks, and interviews in compliance with Indiana Department of Child Services regulations. Coordinate pre-service and ongoing training for foster families while providing advocacy, problem-solving support, and regular communication to strengthen caregiving skills and promote retention. Build relationships with churches, community organizations, and referral agencies to increase awareness of foster care services through presentations, cold calls, and community events. Collaborate with internal staff and placing agencies to facilitate successful child and family matches, maintain accurate licensing documentation, and monitor recruitment and retention efforts. This role requires a Christian with strong convictions, a Bachelor's degree, and three years of supervised casework experience. Full-time, 40+ hours per week with on-call rotation and occasional evening or weekend hours.

Required Qualifications

  • A Christian with strong convictions
  • Agreement with Josiah White's mission statement
  • Agreement with Josiah White's Statement of Faith
  • Agreement with Josiah White's Code of Conduct
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Three (3) years of supervised paid casework experience
  • One (1) year of supervised paid casework experience in a licensed child placing agency or with the Department of Child Services
  • One (1) year of graduate training in a recognized school of social work
  • Valid driver's license
  • Proof of vehicle insurance
  • Ability to climb steps to access foster homes
  • Ability to travel independently
  • Ability to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged periods
  • Ability to hear and speak clearly
  • Ability to lift, carry, push or pull materials weighing up to 15-25 pounds
  • Successful completion of Mindset, our crisis and de-escalation curriculum
  • CPR/First Aid training

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