Verification/Recruitment Specialist

Company : New Horizons Ranch & Center

Job Type : Full Time

Abilene, Tx

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Verification/Recruitment Specialist

The Child Placement Recruitment & Verification Specialist works closely with the Child Placing Agency Administrator and Executive Leadership to recruit, verify, train, and support foster families in Abilene and surrounding areas. This position oversees the foster parent recruitment and verification process, represents New Horizons in community outreach efforts, ensures compliance with Texas DFPS Minimum Standards, and serves as a key resource for staff, foster parents, legal guardians, and conservators.
This role works directly with foster parents and children, including youth who may exhibit behavioral challenges related to trauma, and ensures that all recruitment and verification practices align with New Horizons’ Philosophy and Treatment Model.
All New Horizons staff are expected to study, practice, and operate within the Philosophy of Keeping Kids First. Every decision and action must be motivated by meeting the highest needs of each child. New Horizons will not tolerate anyone who is not committed to keeping children safe from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

All New Horizons’ Staff are expected to study, practice and operate within the New Horizons’ Treatment Model and Philosophy of Keeping Kids First. Keeping Kids First requires that every decision and action be motivated by and geared toward meeting the highest need of the individual kid. New Horizons will not tolerate anyone who is not committed to keeping kids safe from abuse, neglect and exploitation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Verification Specialist: This is an opportunity to grow your impact by helping kids find safe, stable, and nurturing homes by recruiting and supporting foster parents in our community. You’ll work closely with the CPA team, foster families, and kids to live out our Keeping Kids First philosophy in a hands-on, meaningful way. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys building relationships, is a great communicator, stays organized, is flexible to meet the demands of families.
Foster Parent Recruiter: This is a new role to the agency! This role is centered on community engagement—building relationships, sharing our mission, raising awareness of our brand and connecting with families through local events, outreach efforts, and grassroots recruiting. The Foster Parent Recruiter represents Keeping Kids First in the community while helping families understand how they can provide safe, supportive foster care during a critical season in a child’s life.

Recruitment & Community Engagement

Recruit foster parents and evaluate their suitability as caregivers
Build and maintain strong community relationships to support foster parent recruitment
Represent New Horizons at community events, trainings, churches, and outreach opportunities
Provide education to the community regarding foster care and services offered by New Horizons

Foster Parent Verification & Compliance

Oversee and manage the foster parent application and verification process
Ensure accurate, timely, and organized completion of all verification and licensing documentation
Maintain compliance with Texas DFPS Minimum Standards and New Horizons’ policies
Hold self, staff, and foster parents accountable to standards and best practices that ensure child safety and risk reduction

Supervision, Support & Collaboration

Act as a resource to Child Placement staff regarding recruitment, verification, and foster family support
Provide documented supervision and guidance to ensure agency philosophy and policies are carried out effectively
Work collaboratively with foster families, biological families, conservators, legal guardians, and community professionals
Demonstrate and teach approved parenting techniques and trauma-informed practices when appropriate

Direct Work with Families & Children

Work directly with foster parents and youth, including those with trauma-related behavioral challenges
Respect the dignity and worth of children and families while pursuing permanency through reunification or adoption
Utilize conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills when needed

Professional Standards & Administration

Maintain confidentiality of all child, family, and foster parent records
Ensure encryption and proper handling of confidential documents and communications
Attend all required trainings and pursue ongoing professional development
Maintain accurate records within the appropriate electronic client management system
Communicate regularly with supervisor and seek supervision when appropriate
Maintain flexibility in work hours to meet recruitment and verification needs
Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Outline the minimum and preferred qualifications necessary for the position. Include education, certifications/licensure, experience, and key skills.
Required:
Must be at least 21 years of age
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field
Experience working with foster families, at-risk youth, and/or a Child Placing Agency
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and resolution (or ability to acquire)
Strong understanding of cultural diversity and ability to work with diverse populations
Ability to perform conflict resolution and crisis intervention
Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Reliable personal vehicle and ability to travel regularly
Must pass criminal background check, drug screening, and tuberculosis screening

Working Conditions

Regular travel using personal vehicle
Work with families from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Collection and management of sensitive personal information

Physical Requirements

Driving to foster homes and community locations
Walking indoors and outdoors, including stairs

Status

Exempt

Direct reports

Child Placing Agency Administrator

💙 Why Join New Horizons?
At New Horizons, you become part of a mission-driven organization committed to protecting and empowering children. Our leadership team values expertise, encourages innovation, and ensures every voice is heard. We believe that when we care well for our team, they can care exceptionally for kids.

🔹 What You Get When You Work for New Horizons

A generous benefits package currently above industry standards including
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off starting on your first day
401(k) retirement match after 1 year of employment
Flexible Spending Account contribution after 2 years of employment
Paid work anniversary trips beginning at 5 years of service

The systems you build, the leaders you support, and the decisions you make here will directly shape the lives of children who need safety the most. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and keep kids first in every decision, we’d be honored to meet you.

*To learn more about New Horizons and other positions that may be available please visit our website: https://www.newhorizonsinc.com/

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New Horizons Ranch & Center

New Horizons helps children who have been abused and neglected through therapeutic residential treatment, foster care, adoption, and youth counseling. Learn more about how you can help a child through foster care or giving.

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