Bilingual Licensing Coordinator - JOR
The Bilingual Licensing Coordinator supports the foster licensing process by conducting home studies, coordinating training, and maintaining documentation under supervision. This role requires strong bilingual communication skills, organizational ability, and direct engagement with foster families to ensure compliance and support throughout the licensing and recertification process.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring a Bilingual Licensing Coordinator to support foster parent licensing and home-study activities in Duluth, GA. This is an entry-level/non-credentialed role that will work closely with families, supervisors, and internal teams to complete licensing, maintain records, and support foster caregivers.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform work aligned with Confidential Client’s mission, values, and philosophies.
- Learn and apply state foster licensing rules, regulations, and policies.
- Build rapport with prospective foster families; answer questions and guide them through the licensing process.
- Start and manage licensing files immediately after family orientation.
- Assist families with timely completion of paperwork and required documentation.
- Coordinate and track foster parent training and registration.
- Meet with families facing barriers to licensing and help identify solutions.
- Under supervision, prepare comprehensive home studies for each potential family.
- Maintain and update foster home records in the appropriate systems.
- Provide ongoing training, support, and resources to licensed foster homes.
- Complete annual evaluations and recertifications with supervisory oversight.
- Travel to homes as needed to check compliance with organizational, contractual, and safety requirements.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and weekly supervision.
- Report incidents to supervisors as required.
- Meet licensing and recertification goals set by program leadership.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bilingual (English–Spanish). Fluency in Spanish required.
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
- At least two (2) years of direct service experience with youth and families is strongly preferred.
- Working toward required foster parent certification(s) and/or training requirements.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple families simultaneously through licensing and relicensing.
- Proficient with computers, common office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases) and mobile devices.
- Valid state driver’s license, reliable transportation, and eligibility to drive for program services.
- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
Other Skills & Attributes
- Willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours to support foster caregivers and families.
- Ability to remain objective, professional, and culturally responsive in all interactions.
- Comfortable with public speaking and conducting trainings or support groups.
- Demonstrates tolerance, respect, and effective interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Use of manual dexterity and normal visual and audio acuity.
- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing; repetitive motions.
- Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, and carrying.
- Frequent travel and driving; may involve extended periods in a vehicle.
- Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Benefits & Why Join
- Competitive benefits package including healthcare options for you and your family.
- Generous time off: 33 paid days per year (11 holidays + 22 PTO days).
- Retirement plan (401k) and additional employee benefits.
- Additional support: mileage reimbursement, phone allowance, student loan repayment assistance, CEUs, and ongoing training.
- Positive culture with professional development opportunities and recognition programs (e.g., Summer Hours, work anniversary trips).
About Confidential Client
Confidential Client has a long history of serving children, youth, and families through prevention/intervention, positive youth development, out-of-home placement, and reunification/permanency programs. The organization values compassionate, mission-driven professionals who can make a direct impact in their communities.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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