Devereux

Foster Parent Specialist

Sarasota, FL, US · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$24k-$27kDetected 1 day ago

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationCritical ThinkingOrganizational Skills

About the role

Description Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and Families?
Then being a Foster Parent Specialist at Devereux is for YOU!
This is not your traditional case manager role.

Responsibilities

Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, and the ability to manage complex cases are essential.
Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization.
You'll be there to support!
This position also involves regular communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, supervisors, and community partners, to address barriers and support placement stability.

Requirements

Valid Florida Driver's License Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required.
Other Requirements: Valid Florida Driver's License Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
Bachelor's degree in human services, criminology, juvenile justice, psychology, sociology, counseling, special education, education, human development, child development, family development, marriage and family therapy, and nursing required

Nice to have

Must have full Florida Board Certification in Child Welfare Case Management Two years of experience working with children, adolescents and families is strongly preferred.
The Case Manager must demonstrate professionalism, cultural competency, and a commitment to supporting children and families through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
On call is also needed.
Transportation and supervising visits may also be necessary.

Compensation

Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults - and their families - every year.

Benefits

Devereux Florida Health provides services for children and families in the child welfare system, to ensure a community without abuse, neglect and abandonment so all children grow to their full potential.

Company info

Devereux changes lives - by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework.
Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide - every day - for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders.
Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere.
With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.
driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide - every day - for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders.
To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead.
As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.
We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity - offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors - is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services.
Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world - one person, one family, one community at a time.
What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners.
Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment.
In addition, we offer; Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!
https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.
For more information, please reach out us at flrecruitment@devereux.org.
Company Overview Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare.
Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults - and their families - every year.

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