Foster Recruiter

Help Change a Child’s Story

Chambliss Center for Children is looking for a Foster Home Recruiter who is passionate about connecting people with opportunities to make a lasting difference in the lives of children. There is an urgent need for safe, caring foster families, particularly families willing to care for sibling groups and older children
. As our Foster Home Recruiter, you will help find those families. If you are a natural relationship-builder who loves connecting with people, getting out into the community, and turning conversations into action, this could be a great opportunity for you. You may be the person who has the conversation that makes someone say, “Maybe we could do this,” and that conversation could change a child's life.

• Part-time: approximately 20 hours per week
• Flexible schedule based on community outreach opportunities and program needs, with some evening and weekend availability required
• Pay: $20/hour

• Develop creative outreach and marketing strategies to recruit new foster families.
• Build and strengthen relationships with churches, faith communities, civic groups, community organizations, and other partners
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• Attend community events, meetings, and networking opportunities to spread the word about foster care.
• Host or coordinate information sessions and events for people interested in becoming foster parents.
• Work with our Communications team to create effective marketing and social media efforts.
• Follow up with individuals and families who express interest and help connect them to the next steps in the foster parent certification process.
• Become knowledgeable about Tennessee's foster care system and Chambliss Center's foster care program so you can confidently answer questions and help potential foster parents understand the process.

• Associate's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with marketing, social media, and/or media relations required
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• Knowledge of the Chattanooga community strongly preferred; church or community involvement is a plus.
• Nonprofit, social services, volunteer coordination, or community outreach experience is a plus.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with diverse families and communities.
• Must have reliable transportation and a clean driving record, as frequent regional travel is part of the position
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Chambliss Center for Children is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity. All hiring is decided on candidates' qualifications, their merits, experience, and the needs of the business.