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Social Worker Supervisor

Reports To:  Program Director

Status: Part-time

Exemption Status:  Exempt 

Sierra Forever Families is a private non-profit foster family/adoption agency that focuses on finding permanency for children and youth in the foster care system. We are seeking a talented social work professional for a part-time supervisor position (24 hrs/week) in our Placer Kids office located in Auburn, CA.

 

Our Mission

We transform the lives of children in foster care by building and nurturing permanent families.

 

Position Summary

The supervisor will plan, prioritize, assign and supervise social work and other program staff in the delivery of an array of child welfare programs in collaboration with Placer County System of Care (CSOC) staff. The supervisor will be a key member of the Sierra management team and is expected to take a leadership role in decision-making and development of agency policies and procedures.

 

Qualifications

• MSW, LCSW preferred
• Social work experience in foster care and adoption preferred
• Excellent supervision and management skills required
• Knowledge of child welfare, community care licensing, adoption and foster care issues and regulations
• Strong practical and theoretical foundation in strength-based practices
• Expertise in administration and planning, risk assessment, and crisis intervention
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff at all levels, county child welfare agencies and community resource agencies
• Proficiency in computer technology
• Possess a valid California driver’s license, proof of adequate vehicle insurance and have access to reliable transportation.
• Must submit to and pass health screen, TB test, criminal record and child abuse index clearances.

 

The ideal candidate will have a passion for youth permanency, be solution oriented and be comfortable working in a highly collaborative environment within the agency and with community partners.

 

Salary : DOE + Benefits

 

Position Location: Auburn, California

 

To Apply:  E-mail resume and cover letter with salary requirements to jnelson@sierraff.org.

Placer Kids Foster Parent Liaison

Reports To:  Social Work Supervisor

Status: Part-time

Exemption Status:  Non-Exempt

Sierra Forever Families is a private non-profit foster family/adoption agency that focuses on finding permanency for children/youth in foster care. We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic and passionate person for a part-time position as a Foster Parent Liaison in our Placer Kids office located in Auburn, CA.

 

Our Mission

 We transform the lives of children in foster care by building and nurturing permanent families.

 

Position Summary

The Placer Kids Foster Parent Liaison will provide support to foster/adoptive parents, act as a liaison between the Placer County Children’s System of Care (CSOC) and Sierra social workers and the families. This person will facilitate the foster parent support group and take a leadership role in the Foster Adoptive Kinship Association. The liaison will be the lead for the Placer Kids annual Adoption Day and other recruitment and appreciation events. The liaison will develop and maintain positive relationships with foster parents and provide support, encouragement, psycho-education, coaching and referrals to assist families who are providing care for children and youth living in foster care in Placer County. 

 

Qualifications

• Experience as a foster/resource/adoptive parent.
• High School Diploma or GED required.  Some college courses or degree preferred.
• Knowledge of, and ability to teach/coach others in, effective strategies to provide care for children and youth in foster care.
• Understanding of the affects of loss and grief, and child/youth development.
• Working knowledge of Placer County community resources.
• Understanding of  family-centered and strength-based programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with foster/adoptive parents, county child welfare staff, community resource agencies, and other team members.
• Basic knowledge of child welfare.
• Basic proficiency in computer technology.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours as the job necessitates.
• Cultural competence to work with diverse populations.
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License, proof of adequate vehicle insurance and have access to reliable transportation.
• Must submit to and pass health screen, TB test, criminal record and child abuse index clearances.

 

The ideal candidate will provide effective support for foster/adoptive families in Placer County.

 

Starting Salary:  DOE + Benefits

 

Position Location: Auburn, California

 

To Apply:  E-mail resume and cover letter including salary requirements to jnelson@sierraff.org