Foster-Adoptive Family Consultant

Utah Foster Care (UFC) is seeking a full-time Foster-Adoptive Family Consultant to serve in the Northern Region (Box Elder, Cache, Davis, Morgan, Rich, & Weber Counties) based out of the Utah Foster Care Clearfield office.  The successful candidate will recruit potential foster-adoptive families to meet the needs of children in foster care.

Foster-adoptive Family Consultant Responsibilities:

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• Implement local and statewide strategies to find qualified foster/adoptive families, including working closely with foster/adoptive parents, DCFS, local businesses and other community partners.
• Conduct in-person and virtual consultations with prospective foster/adoptive families.
• Position will represent Utah Foster Care in the community and develop public awareness for a given geographical area.
• Assist with the development and cultivation of partnerships with individuals, businesses, churches, civic organizations, etc., promoting support for foster families.
• Support the continued development of a volunteer program, in collaboration with the regional team.
• Data input and management across multiple platforms.

Essential Knowledge & Skills

• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using technology and learning new technological platforms, including social media.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills: attention to detail is crucial, good problem-solving skills, able to meet deadlines.
• Collaborative work style with management, peers, and others: able to admit and rectify mistakes as they happen, flexible to change, in keeping with the Leadership & Self-Deception corporate culture.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills.

Job Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with non-profit or government child welfare agency, including experience or knowledge of Utah’s foster care system preferred.
• Requires some evening and weekend hours, which helps provide flexibility in the day-to-day schedule.
• Some travel is necessary to cover the needs of the Northern Region.
• Valid Driver’s License & reliable vehicle required

Full-Time Benefits (40 Hours/Week): 

• Health, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• On-site & remote work

Part-Time Benefits (Up to 20 Hours/Week): 

• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• On-site & remote work

EOE

PLEASE NOTE: Utah Foster Care only accepts applications online. Due to limited staff and time constraints, UFC only contacts those individuals selected for interview.   Utah Foster Care Application for Employment