**Who We Are:** National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless! We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families. **Position Overview** Summary The Foster Care Recruiter works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families being served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with the youth and family to provide advocacy and support towards targeted goals. **This contractor position is for the licensing team and would be solely responsible for writing home studies. Needs to have SAFE certification and IMPACT certification.** Responsibilities + Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s Mission, Values and Philosophies. + **Interview prospective foster parents and complete SAFE Home Study assessments.** + Maintain confidentiality of client's and agency information. + Maintain professional boundaries, conduct and confidentiality and other governmental laws and regulations, agency policy and licensure ethics. + Able to effectively meet deadlines. + Must be able to work independently and as a part of a team. + Contractor responsibilities vary and are outlined in a signed agreement between the independent contractor and NYAP. + Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies. Minimum Qualifications + **Bachelor's degree in Social Work or** **similar** **field from an accredited college or university** + **SAFE Home Study certification required** + **IMPACT Trained required** + 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred. + Knowledgeable of foster care rules and the services provided by the National Youth Advocate Program. + Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record **.** + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + **100,000/300,000 Bodily Injury required for car insurance.** + Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. If this describes YOU, please apply today! www.nyap.org/employment The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds. _Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy._ **_An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans_** An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.