Supervisor, Recruitment & Retention, Foster Homes

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Supervisor, Recruitment & Retention (Foster Homes)

Location: Michigan (Statewide)
Starting Salary: $51,584 annually

Supervisor of Recruitment & Retention (Foster Homes) plays a critical role in ensuring every child has access to a safe, stable, and supportive home. In this leadership role, you will guide statewide foster home recruitment efforts, strengthen community partnerships, and build innovative strategies to attract and retain a diverse network of foster families across Michigan.

The Supervisor of Recruitment & Retention provides leadership, coordination, and oversight of foster home recruitment and community engagement efforts. You will lead strategy, supervise staff, manage the recruitment pipeline, and use data‑driven insights to continuously improve outcomes. Your work will directly impact the availability of foster homes—and ultimately, the futures of children in care.

Leadership & Supervision

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance management for recruitment and community engagement staff
• Set clear expectations, prioritize work, and support ongoing professional development
• Ensure consistent implementation of recruitment processes, workflows, and documentation standards

Recruitment Strategy & Community Engagement

• Develop and execute comprehensive statewide recruitment and retention strategies aligned with placement needs
• Lead targeted outreach for priority populations, including sibling groups, older youth, and youth with specialized needs
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, faith‑based groups, schools, and local stakeholders
• Represent the organization at community events, forums, and informational sessions (including evenings/weekends as needed)
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to strengthen outreach campaigns and messaging

Inquiry Management & Recruitment Pipeline

• Oversee and improve inquiry response processes to ensure timely engagement and high conversion rates
• Partner closely with licensing teams to streamline the journey from inquiry to licensure
• Identify and remove barriers within the recruitment pipeline
• Promote a high‑quality, responsive experience for prospective foster families

Data, Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Track, analyze, and report recruitment and retention metrics
• Use data to guide decisions, improve processes, and drive measurable outcomes
• Identify trends and implement quality improvement strategies
• Ensure compliance with policy, regulatory standards, and program expectations

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Growth in licensed and active foster homes
• Strong recruitment pipeline conversion rates
• Timely and high‑quality inquiry follow‑up
• Increased diversity of foster families aligned with child needs
• Staff performance and team impact

• Build meaningful relationships with prospective foster families and community partners
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with foster care leadership, licensing, case management, marketing, compliance, and operations teams

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, or a related field (required)
• Master’s degree in Social Work or related field (preferred)

Experience

• Background in child welfare, foster care, family services, recruitment, outreach, or community engagement
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities
• Strategic thinking with experience in recruitment planning and execution
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and relationship‑building skills
• Data‑driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Understanding of foster care systems and trauma‑informed, culturally responsive practices
• Strong organizational skills and attention to follow‑through

• Combination of office‑based and community‑based work across Michigan
• Frequent travel required; valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record needed
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends for recruitment events
• Regular presentations and community engagement activities

Make a direct, lasting impact on children and families
Lead innovative, statewide recruitment initiatives
Work in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment
Grow your leadership and strategic influence

If you're ready to lead with purpose and help ensure every child has the opportunity for a safe and supportive home, we encourage you to apply.

Together, we can build brighter futures.