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Vista Del Mar

HSPRS Supervisor

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$21.50 - $27.75/hr

The Home Study/PRS Supervisor (HSPRS Supervisor) is responsible for supervising up to eight Home Study Case Worker/PRS Case Managers (HSPRS Case Managers) by providing consultation regarding issues ...

Vista Del Mar

HSPRS Supervisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

The Home Study/PRS Supervisor (HSPRS Supervisor) is responsible for supervising up to eight Home Study Case Worker/PRS Case Managers (HSPRS Case Managers) by providing consultation regarding issues ...

Nicollet County

Case Manager - Licensing

Saint Peter, MN · On-site

$61K - $89K/yr

Writes home study and home study updates, completes ELICI, and licensing checklists during inspections Conducts investigations of complaints and makes recommendations for licensing actions for all ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Home Study position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Home Study Specialist (commonly called a Home Study Social Worker), you need a background in social work, counseling, or a related human services field, often with a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree and licensure. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and state or agency-specific assessment tools is essential for the role. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, cultural competence, and empathetic communication help build trust with families and ensure thorough, unbiased assessments. These skills and qualities are crucial to accurately evaluating home environments for foster care or adoption to ensure child safety and successful placements.

What are some typical challenges Home Study Specialists face, and how can they overcome them?

Home Study Specialists often encounter challenges such as coordinating interviews with busy families, navigating sensitive or emotional situations during home assessments, and balancing a high caseload with thorough documentation requirements. To overcome these challenges, it is important to have strong organizational skills, maintain clear communication with families, and utilize available technology efficiently for scheduling and reporting. Support from a collaborative team and regular training opportunities can also help specialists stay updated on best practices and manage work-related stress. Building strong relationships and practicing self-care are essential for sustaining effectiveness and satisfaction in this role.

What is a Home Study job?

A Home Study job typically involves conducting assessments of prospective adoptive or foster families to ensure they can provide a safe, stable environment for children. Home Study professionals, often social workers, interview families, conduct background checks, and evaluate living conditions. Their findings are compiled into a report used by agencies and courts to determine a family's suitability for adoption or fostering. This role requires strong interviewing, documentation, and analytical skills.

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Infographic showing various Home Study job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution.
HSPRS Supervisor

HSPRS Supervisor

Vista Del Mar

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

$21.50 - $27.75/hr

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Job description

The Home Study/PRS Supervisor (HSPRS Supervisor) is responsible for supervising up to eight Home Study Case Worker/PRS Case Managers (HSPRS Case Managers) by providing consultation regarding issues that arise during the home study and PRS process for Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) in the custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) before and during unification with family and/or sponsors. The HSPRS Supervisor is authorized to sign off on home studies and Post Release Services reports.

Essential Job Duties (other duties may be assigned): 

1. Supervises a team of Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers throughout the assessment process and provides final approval of all home studies and PRS reports before submission into the UAC Portal and other software as deemed appropriate.
2. Ensures that the Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers conduct clinical, comprehensive interviews to assess the sponsor's capacity to care for the child and ensures the coordination of access to recommended services.
3. Ensures that the child's physical, educational, medical and mental health needs is being prioritized by Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers.
4. Ensures that interviews/check-ins with the UAC and Sponsor are being conducted by the Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers as well as ensuring submission of reports in a timely 
manner.
5. Ensures Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers leverage their professional experience, knowledge and clinical expertise to provide psychoeducational sessions to prepare sponsors for the UAC being placed in their home.
6. Ensures that the Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers provides comprehensive and appropriate direct services as outlined in the roles and responsibilities of this position.
7. Ensures that home studies are conducted in compliance with all mandates as required by ORR, including timeliness for communicating with sponsors, and conducting and completing assessments.
8. Provides weekly supervision to the Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers.
9. Facilitates team meetings to discuss best practices, success and barriers to success.
10. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and understanding when supervising Home Study Case Workers/PRS Case Managers from diverse backgrounds and ensures that services are provided with cultural awareness and understanding.

Qualifications Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must have ability to provide trauma-informed assessment, crisis intervention, safety planning, and other activities to support the safety and stabilization of the placement.
2. Prior experience identifying community social services and other resources.
3. Providing Post Release Services working with immigrant populations, or previous work experience and interest working with foreign-born populations.
4. Excellent verbal, written communication skills
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, knowledge of Connections
6. Bilingual in English and Spanish

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises Home StudyCase Workers/PRSCaseManagers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education Requirements:
Master's degree in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services fields: OR bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of progressive experience that demonstrates supervisory and case management experience.

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