SFFC Licensing & Intake Coordinator

Job Category: Social Services - Domestic Programs

Requisition Number: LICEN
001670

• Posted :
  September 22, 2026
• Part-Time
• Hybrid

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Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

Working at Bethany means joining a team of dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our Christian mission and these shared values:
We’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul. As a SFFC Licensing & Intake Coordinator, you’ll help carry this mission forward and make a meaningful impact every day.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Serve as the initial point of contact for prospective SFFC inquiries, providing clear and accurate information about SFFC and licensing requirements;
• Conduct pre-screening assessments to evaluate applicant eligibility, readiness, and alignment with program requirements;
• Facilitate one-on-one meetings with qualified inquiries to provide detailed orientation, answer questions, and assess next steps in the licensing process;
• Coordinate and manage the intake and onboarding process, maintaining consistent communication and engagement with applicants to ensure progress through required steps of the pre-licensing process in a timely manner;
• Schedule, organize, and facilitate pre-service training sessions in compliance with state and agency requirements;
• Track and monitor application progress, documentation, and deadlines to ensure compliance with agency and DCS standards;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in agency databases;
• Collaborate with Licensing Specialists to ensure a smooth transition of families from intake to home study and licensure;
• Coordinate and assist with the annual review and re-licensure process, ensuring all required documentation and trainings are completed on time;
• Monitor compliance timelines and proactively follow up with families to prevent lapses in licensure;
• Support SFFC recruitment efforts through outreach events, informational sessions, and community engagement;
• Collaborate with foster care supervisor in evaluating and improving intake, training coordination, and licensing workflow processes;
• Ensure all responsibilities are carried out in accordance with agency policies, DCS regulations, and best practices in child welfare;
• May require occasional evening or weekend availability for training sessions or recruitment events;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Postsecondary education in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field preferred;
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in child welfare, foster care, or a related human services field;
• Experience in intake, training coordination, licensing support, and foster family engagement;
• Proven ability to manage family communication, documentation processes, and compliance related tasks;
• Respect for diverse backgrounds and family systems;
• Ensure accuracy in documentation and compliance tracking;
• Strong ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and regulatory requirements;
• Familiarity with DCS licensing requirements and foster care regulations;
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including…