Licensing Worker - Gaylord Office (Gaylord and Surrounding Areas) (61605)

BE THE ANCHOR OF HOPE AND CHANGE AT HOLY CROSS SERVICES

Working at Holy Cross Services is more than a job—it’s a mission.
We’re dedicated to addressing some of our community’s most pressing challenges and are seeking compassionate, purpose-driven individuals to join our team. If you have the heart to help, we encourage you to apply. At Holy Cross, our work is family-focused—and so are our benefits. We offer free health insurance for full-time employees and their family members.

Position Overview:

Will assist the program supervisor with implementation of the recruitment and retention plans for foster homes. Certifies foster homes according to Department of Child Welfare Licensing (DCWL) standards. Responsible for training and development plans of foster parents. Will be required to complete special evaluations as well as support to assist foster parents in becoming compliant with DCWL standards.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit new foster families. Develops short/long term recruitment goals by consulting and planning with internal/external referral sources. Provides and/or presents information to media, clubs, churches, and other organizations regarding program.
• Provides initial intake and screening for prospective foster families. Conducts central registry and police record checks. Assess the safety and conditions of the foster home to ensure compliance with DWCL standards.
• Completes orientation with prospective foster parents.
• Will license foster homes according to DCWL standards. Will complete required reports(Initial Home studies, Annual and Renewals as well as Children’s Foster Care Relative Placement Home Study).
• Maintains foster home files. Will use the state approved automated child welfare information system for report writing and record keeping.
• In collaboration with foster parents, will assist in the planning and development of initial and ongoing foster family training.
• Investigates suspected non-compliance of foster families regarding licensing requirements. Collects testimony and other evidence as needed. Determines if license should be revoked. Submits report of revocation to DCWL.
• May be required to attend family team meetings, court hearings and home visits as deemed necessary.
• Will maintain monthly contact with the assigned foster care worker when licensing relative homes.
• Submits necessary documentation required to monitor foster families and maintain licensing and contractual obligations.
• May be required to provides 24-hour crisis on-call availability to foster parents.
• Will be required to transport.
• Will practice and support the use of Mi-Team principles in daily interactions with staff, services providers, and families.
• Continues development through professional literature and participation in various conferences, seminars, and professional organizations.
• Responsible for teaching, modeling, practicing, supporting, and articulating the Agency's treatment philosophy and/or others.
• Performs other duties as related to the essential duties of the position and within the individual’s capabilities as assigned by one’s supervisor.

Benefits:

Full-Time Employees Employer-Funded Benefits

• Health Insurance for employees and their family members
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Paid Time Off, including: 
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • All-Purpose Leave (APL)
  • Michigan Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) Leave
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution

Optional Employee-Paid Benefits (Group Rates)