Case Planner - Foster Care

cmcs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services (CMCS) is seeking a dedicated Case Planner for its Foster Care Program in New York. You will advocate for children and families, guide them through transitions, and coordinate with foster parents, biological families, and service providers to ensure each child receives needed support.

Responsibilities include managing caseloads, developing individualized plans, supporting foster parents, and ensuring effective communication with schools and service

Qualifications

• BA / BSW and 2 years Human Services experience required.
• Work experience in Child Welfare &/or Office of Mental Health System preferred.
• Computer literacy required.
• NYS driver's license preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children in foster care, ensuring their safety and well-being
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on permanency and stability
• Support foster parents with parenting strategies and behavioral guidance
• Maintain consistent communication with families, schools, and service providers
• Represent cases in Family Court and ensure every child's voice is heard
• Document progress and maintain compliance with agency and ACS standards

Skills

Computer literacy

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

BA / BSW

Job description

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference!

Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives.

At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community based services.

At Cardinal McCloskey Community Services, we believe every child deserves a safe, loving, and stable home. Our Foster Care Program is built on compassion, commitment, and care-and we're looking for a dedicated Case Planner to help us carry that mission forward.

As a Case Planner, you'll be a powerful advocate for children and families, guiding them through life's most challenging transitions and helping build brighter futures. You'll work closely with foster parents, biological families, and service providers to ensure each child receives the support they need to thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of children in foster care, ensuring their safety and well-being
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on permanency and stability
• Support foster parents with parenting strategies and behavioral guidance
• Maintain consistent communication with families, schools, and service providers
• Represent cases in Family Court and ensure every child's voice is heard
• Document progress and maintain compliance with agency and ACS standards

Requirements:

• BA / BSW and 2 years Human Services experience required.
• Work experience in Child Welfare &/or Office of Mental Health System preferred
• Computer literacy required
• NYS driver's license preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

CMCS offers:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules

Make a Difference Every Day