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Sarah - The Journey and Role of a Carer Recruitment Officer!
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In this episode of Voices of Fostering, Helen interviews Sarah, a Carer Recruitment Officer, to shed light on the process of becoming a foster carer. Sarah explains her role in guiding applicants through the four-to-six-month journey, from initial contact to approval by a panel. She discusses common misconceptions about fostering, the importance of diverse backgrounds, and the comprehensive support systems in place for foster carers. Sarah also shares her personal experience of transitioning from cabin crew to fostering, emphasising the life-changing impact of fostering on children and young people.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Voices of Fostering (00:00:00)
2. Meet Sarah: Carer Recruitment Officer (00:00:20)
3. The Role of a Carer Recruitment Officer (00:00:34)
4. The Fostering Process Explained (00:01:13)
5. Sarah's Journey to Fostering (00:04:57)
6. Misconceptions About Fostering (00:08:29)
7. Support and Community for Foster Carers (00:18:30)
8. Getting Involved in Fostering (00:22:25)
9. Conclusion and Final Thoughts (00:24:24)
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