Provides substitute family life experience for a child at a time of crisis or need. Provides nurturing, supportive foster families for children who are in need of temporary care until they are reunified with their biological families or become available for adoption. Identifies and recruits prospective foster families, assists families through the approval process, facilitates and supervises placements, provides ongoing training, and works with county children and youth agencies to ensure children and families are receiving the services they need.