TARE Supervisor

Houston, TX

Full Time

Texans Together

Manager/Supervisor

Position:                            TARE Supervisor
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Manager, Client Support
Company:                          Texans Together
Location:                            Houston, TX

Position Description:
The TARE Supervisor oversees adoption recruitment operations to ensure timely and accurate registration of children on TARE (Texas Adoption Resource Exchange) and other adoption exchanges in accordance with DFPS policies and standards. This position provides supervision and guidance to the TARE Coordinator, ensuring the timely and accurate registration of children on TARE and other adoption exchanges in accordance with DFPS policy and standards. The TARE Supervisor develops and implements targeted recruitment strategies, strengthens partnerships with DFPS, SSCC staff, and community providers, and ensures all activities reflect trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and child-centered practices. Through collaboration with marketing and communications teams, this role enhances child profiles and promotional materials to increase visibility and engagement for children awaiting adoption.

Primary Responsibilities:

Supervise and support the TARE Coordinator in managing child registrations, profile development, and inquiry processing.
Ensure timely and accurate registration of children on TARE and other adoption exchanges in accordance with DFPS policy.
Monitor workload distribution, performance metrics, and quality assurance standards across adoption recruitment activities.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies to increase visibility and engagement for children awaiting adoption.
Oversee participation in statewide and national adoption initiatives (e.g., Heart Gallery, AdoptUSKids).
Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to enhance child narratives and promotional materials.
Serve as the primary liaison with DFPS TARE State Office and other adoption exchange platforms.
Facilitate regular meetings with DFPS, SSCC staff, and provider networks to ensure alignment and progress on recruitment goals.
Provide guidance and training to case workers and network providers on adoption recruitment protocols and best practices.
Ensure accurate documentation and data entry in systems including TARE, IMPACT Legacy, IMPACT 2.0, Vista, CLASS, and the Data Warehouse.
Track and analyze recruitment metrics, inquiry outcomes, and placement trends to inform program improvements.
Conduct audits to verify compliance with DFPS regulations and contract requirements.
Develop and deliver training for staff on TARE usage, child profile development, and family matching processes.
Promote continuous learning and professional development in adoption recruitment practices.
Advocate for child-centered recruitment strategies that elevate youth voice and reflect their preferences and strengths.
Ensure promotional materials are trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and aligned with each child’s permanency plan.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in social work, human services, psychology, or related field.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in child welfare, adoption services, or family recruitment.
Minimum two (2) years’ supervisory or program management experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the Texas foster care and adoption system highly.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong understanding of the Texas Community-Based Care (CBC) model and Stage One SSCC operations.
Expertise in adoption recruitment principles and platforms, including TARE and national exchanges.
Proficiency in case management and data systems: TARE, IMPACT Legacy, IMPACT 2.0, Vista, CLASS, and Data Warehouse.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling child narratives that reflect each child’s strengths, personality, and permanency goals.
Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail and compliance.
Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate across systems.

Work Conditions:

Environment: Office
Range of Schedule: Mon – Fri, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
Travel: Occasional - Local and Statewide (Must have reliable personal transportation, valid Texas Driver License and current Auto Insurance)

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