Family Based Care Foster Parent

EOE Statement
Casa de Esperanza de los Ninos is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age (40 or older), race, hair style/texture, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity, or gender expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, HIV/AIDS status, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. The agency is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change to the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Casa de Esperanza. Please inform Casa de Esperanza's HR Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
About the Organization
Casa de Esperanza de los Ni• os strives to break the cycle of child abuse and neglect for at-risk infants, children, and their families by providing comprehensive residential and family support programs that transform people and communities. Casa de Esperanza has provided quality residential, medical, and psychological care for infants and young children in crisis due to abuse, neglect or the effects of HIV/AIDS without charge since 1982.
Description
Family Based Care Foster Parents provide direct child-care and supervision to children in placement in the Casa de Esperanza Neighborhood.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Empathy for the needs of children in care
• Desire to serve the children in care
• Ability to prioritize the needs of the children
• Sound judgement and decision making
• Excellent work ethic
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others
• Flexibility
• Patience
• Strong communication skills
• Emotional regulation in high stress and high emotion situations

REPORTS TO: Neighborhood Supervisors
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides care to infants, toddlers, and young children including:
  • Feeding, bathing, hair care, diaper changing
  • Responding appropriately to and managing behaviors demonstrated by the children
  • Playing with children
  • Planning, preparing, and serving meals to meet children's health and nutritional needs
  • Maintaining children's safety through supervision that is appropriate for the children's developmental needs
• Meets the daily emotional needs of children by:
  • Providing consistent daily care, comfort, support, respect, stability, affection, and reassurance
  • Supporting children's primary attachment to biological parents
  • Promoting children's skills to develop healthy attachments
• Manages the household by:
  • Completing household duties including, but not limited to, cooking, cleaning, laundry and maintaining the house, and vehicle
• Meets the daily medical and therapeutic needs of children by:
  • Transporting children to and participating in children's medical, dental, and therapy appointments
  • Communicating with local medical and therapy professionals, as appropriate
  • Implementing recommendations made by such professionals
  • Documenting children's medical and therapy visits and needs
  • Administering medications to children as prescribed
• Maintains all standards of care and documentation within Casa de Esperanza's policies and Residential Child Care Licensing Guidelines
• Builds community within the Casa de Esperanza Neighborhood
• Participates as a team member in the care of the children by:
  • Implementing the children's Plan of Service
  • Maintaining clear, open, and respectful communication with fellow caregivers, Supervisors, Caseworkers, and Administrative Staff
• Contributes to the mission of Casa de Esperanza
  • Relating in a positive manner to other members of the Neighborhood, Weekly Volunteers, volunteer groups, and supporters that tour the house
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of supervisors

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The position entails exerting up to 10 lbs. of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The position entails frequently lifting/moving up to 40 pounds. The position involves sitting, walking, standing, and/or climbing stairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must use oral communication with children; use auditory skills to assess and respond to children. The employee must be able to maintain his or her emotional regulation in response to a child's potential outbursts or emotional distress. The employee must complete documentation on paper and electronically.
LIVING ARRANGEMENTS:
Family Based Care Foster Parents live in one of Casa de Esperanza's residences with the children they provide care for.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED (minimum)
EXPERIENCE: Two years' experience with child-care required
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 25 years old
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Completed Application and References
• Cleared Background Check
• Valid driver's license (held for at least two years) is required to transport children and operate agency owned vehicles. Applicants without a driver's license or those who have not been licensed for at least two years will not be permitted to transport children or operate agency vehicles
• Cleared pre-employment drug screen. Clear random drug screens for duration of employment
• Completion of TB Screening
• Annual vaccination for Influenza
• Ability to make a minimum 12-month commitment
• Ability to pass a home study assessment
• US citizen or legal permanent resident (required to meet home study requirements)
• For couples a minimum length of marriage/committed relationship of at least two years (required to meet home study requirements)

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Position Requirements
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED (minimum)
EXPERIENCE: Two years' experience with child-care required
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 25 years old
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Completed Application and References
• Cleared Background Check
• Valid driver's license (held for at least two years) is required to transport children and operate agency owned vehicles. Applicants without a driver's license or those who have not been licensed for at least two years will not be permitted to transport children or operate agency vehicles
• Cleared pre-employment drug screen. Clear random drug screens for duration of employment
• Completion of TB Screening
• Annual vaccination for Influenza
• Ability to make a minimum 12-month commitment
• Ability to pass a home study assessment
• US citizen or legal permanent resident (required to meet home study requirements)
• For couples a minimum length of marriage/committed relationship of at least two years (required to meet home study requirements)

Pay Range
$35,000 annually
This position is currently accepting applications.