**Who We Are:** We have been serving communities and clients since 1978. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four different areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless! We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and we are dedicated, as your employer to provide you with support to do just that. We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families. **Working At NYAP** + NYAP's commitment to doing what is _best_ for children, youth and their families is a **core value** and one that we look for in our newest team members. + Excellent **training and continuing education and development opportunities** offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more! + **Student Loan Repayment assistance** , up to $1,200 per year! + Medical, Dental, and Vision + Parental Leave + **22 Days Off** Each Year! **Plus 11** Paid Holidays Per Year! + Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), **Summer Hours Off (reduced work schedule)** , Tuition Assistance, and **Work Anniversary Trips** ! **Position Summary** The Foster Parent Growth and Retention Coordinator works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families being served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with the youth and family to provide advocacy and support. This position provides the opportunity to grow the NYAP network of foster parents through recruitment, training, licensing and placement activities. The Foster Parent Growth and Retention Coordinator is a passionate advocate for youth in foster care as well as a skilled communicator of the need for foster families to open their homes to these youth. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in communication and/or human services. + Certified in licensing through Florida Certification Board preferred. + 2 years of experience in the area of youth services, preferably with direct experience in foster care recruitment, training and marketing. + Knowledgeable of foster care rules and the services and experience working with youth in out-of-home care. + Must have the ability to speak publicly regarding the mission of the National Youth Advocate Program and most specifically the Foster Care program. + Must be willing to work non-traditional hours. + Must have a good driving record and maintain 100,000/300,000 Bodily Injury Liability car insurance as required. + Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. **OTHER SKILLS** + Written and verbal communication skills. + Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers. + Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds. + Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Suite If so, the National Youth Advocate Program is looking for **YOU** ! If this describes YOU, please apply and our talent acquisition team will review your experience and credentials. www.nyap.org/employment **Who we are** **We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!** **The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.** An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.