Top 103 Foster parent Jobs in Knoxville, Tn

PARENT EDUCATOR
Knox County Government —Knox County, TN
- $25.90 an hour
- Evenings as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Customer service
Chaplain (Part-Time) - Knoxville, TN
Marketplace Chaplains —Knoxville, TN
- Part-time
- Background check
- Nursing home
- Hospital
11d
Foster Care Coordinator - TN
CHILDHELP —Knoxville, TN
- $50,000 - $51,500 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
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DCS CASE MANAGER 1* - 08182026-80291
Children's Services —Maryville, TN
- $3,724 - $4,656 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Flexible schedule
17h
DCS CASE MANAGER 3 - DRUG ENDANGERED CHILD UNIT - KNOX - 08182026-80245
Children's Services —Knoxville, TN
- $4,178 - $5,212 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
- Flexible schedule
17h
Behavior Support Specialist
Youth Villages, Inc —Knoxville, TN
- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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4d
Educator Apprentice, Intermediate Educator, OR Educator - Early Learning Center - UTK
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- $39 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Laboratory
- Classroom
PRN Foster Care Specialist
Youth Villages, Inc —Knoxville, TN
- $20 - $22 an hour
- PRN
- Computer literacy
- Clinic experience
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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8h
TCSEPP Coordinator, Knox County (Case Manager):Social Work Research & Public Service - UTK
University of Tennessee Health Science Center —Knoxville, TN
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
6d
Program Support Assistant – Theory and Practice in Teacher Education - UTK
University of Tennessee Health Science Center —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Residential
- University
House Parent
Crossnore Communities for Children —Knoxville, TN
- $42,000 - $48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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5d
Program Director - South Knox Elementary
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE TENNESSEE VALLEY —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Pass drug screening
Part- Time, Content Specialist - Center for Learning, Education & Employment - UTK
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
5d
Cosmetology Adjunct Instructor
TCAT-Knoxville —Oak Ridge, TN
- $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Cosmetology License
14d
TCSEPP Coordinator (Case Manager): Social Work Research & Public Service - UTK
University of Tennessee Health Science Center —Sevierville, TN
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
6d
Patient Service Representative West Knox Peds Full Time Days
East Tennessee Children's Hospital —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Hospital
- High school diploma or GED
- Typing
Director of Advancement
Christian Academy of Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
Plasma Processing Technician
CSL Plasma —Knoxville, TN
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Medication administration
- Customer service
TCSEPP Coordinator, Knox County (Case Manager):Social Work Research & Public Service - UTK
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
6d
Program Support Assistant – Theory and Practice in Teacher Education - UTK
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Knoxville, TN
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Residential
- University

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PARENT EDUCATOR

Knox County Government -
Knox County, TN

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Job Details

$25.90 an hour

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this classification is to provide educational support and counseling activities to families enrolled in the evidence-based Parents as Teachers (PAT) home visitation program with a focus on healthy pregnancies, parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well-being.

Essential Functions:

Service Delivery: Provides education and support to families with a focus on building confidence, increasing independence in managing challenges, and fostering success.

Program Fidelity: Delivers all PAT model components with fidelity using PAT Foundational Curricula, including PAT Essential Requirements and Quality Assurance Guidelines; maintains required caseload and visit schedule.

Visit Planning: Prepares for visits by reviewing parent educator resources; gathers and adapts materials for family education and activities.

Screening and Assessment: Conducts family assessments and screenings, evaluating factors related to prenatal health, parenting behavior, and early development progress.

Data and Documentation: Maintains accurate electronic and paper records; completes home-visit notes, PAT event attendance, screening summaries, and other reports within required timelines; keeps daily calendar up to date.

Family Service Planning: Develops and implements family plans, regularly evaluating family progress and engaging family members to facilitate outcomes.

Resource Connection: Connects families to community agencies based on needs identified in assessments; coordinates access to services and resources; follows up on referrals made and actions to be taken by families.

Outreach and Recruitment: Recruits families for program; coordinates outreach events with the Outreach and Family Engagement Coordinator to build PAT presence and reputation in the community.

Professional Development: Participates in staff meetings, trainings, and regular reflective supervision at a minimum of two hours per month; contributes to continuous quality improvement (CQI).

Event Planning and Participation: Plans, conducts and participates in educational parent group activities and/or targeted community-based events.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Studies, Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Certifications (Required By Hire): None

Certifications (Required After Hire): Complete Parents as Teachers certification training within six (6) months of hire

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years' related experience

Preferences: Ability to communicate bilingually (English and Spanish); non-smoking and non-vaping; experience working in home visiting; familiarity with community services and resources

Other Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid TN State Driver's License; must have reliable transportation and maintain automobile liability insurance that meets Tennessee’s financial responsibility law on personal automobile; must have reliable home internet; must be able to enter homes of clients.

Substitutes for Requirements:

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered for employment into the position.

Pre-Hire Requirements:

Background check will be conducted prior to hire.

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review will be conducted prior to being authorized to drive for county business.

Key Knowledge:

Knowledge of prenatal and child growth/development (birth to age five), parent-child relationships, and related parenting needs.

Knowledge of Knox County health, social service, and educational resources.

Key Skills:

Proficient in Windows OS and Microsoft Office.

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving

Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Capable of handling moderately complex tasks.

Effective verbal and written communicator.

Culturally sensitive and respectful to clients from diverse backgrounds.

Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Quick to learn new public health software.

Abilities:

This position requires the ability to engage in occasional moderate physical activity.

Additional Job Functions:

Local and occasional overnight travel are required.

Occasional after hours/evening work may be necessary.

Respond to and report immediately if called upon by local, regional or central office supervisors, as part of a coordinated emergency response by the Knox County Mayor’s Office.

Ensure regular, punctual attendance during scheduled work hours.

Perform other duties as required.

Occupational Hazards:

Provides home-based services in varied environments, including residences that may be unsanitary, in poor repair and in neighborhoods with elevated safety risks; adheres to agency safety protocols and exercises sound judgment to minimize personal risk.

Working Conditions:

The Knox County Health Department was the first health department in Tennessee to achieve national voluntary accreditation and is dedicated to ensuring the conditions in which every resident can be healthy. We offer a competitive benefit package and actively foster a healthy, supportive workplace culture where our team members can develop, advance, and make meaningful impact in the community.
Knox County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Knox County Government may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Posting Start : 08/06/2026

Posting End : 09/15/2026

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $25.90

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foster parent jobs in knoxville, tn

PARENT EDUCATOR

Chaplain (Part-Time) - Knoxville, TN

Foster Care Coordinator - TN

DCS CASE MANAGER 1* - 08182026-80291

DCS CASE MANAGER 3 - DRUG ENDANGERED CHILD UNIT - KNOX - 08182026-80245

Behavior Support Specialist

Educator Apprentice, Intermediate Educator, OR Educator - Early Learning Center - UTK

PRN Foster Care Specialist

TCSEPP Coordinator, Knox County (Case Manager):Social Work Research & Public Service - UTK

Program Support Assistant – Theory and Practice in Teacher Education - UTK

House Parent

Program Director - South Knox Elementary

Part- Time, Content Specialist - Center for Learning, Education & Employment - UTK

Cosmetology Adjunct Instructor

TCSEPP Coordinator (Case Manager): Social Work Research & Public Service - UTK

Patient Service Representative West Knox Peds Full Time Days

Director of Advancement

Plasma Processing Technician

TCSEPP Coordinator, Knox County (Case Manager):Social Work Research & Public Service - UTK

Program Support Assistant – Theory and Practice in Teacher Education - UTK

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