Caseworker - Licensing & Family Support | Davenport, Iowa

Family Resources; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer-paid life and long-term/dis.

Short-term disability

Flexible PTO

401(k) with 50% match

EAP

Mileage reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Cell phone reimbursement

Longevity leave

Job summary

Family Resources in Davenport, IA seeks a Foster & Adoption Caseworker - Licensing/Support. You will guide families through licensing, home studies, and permanency planning, and provide ongoing in-home support to promote stability for children and guardians.

You'll build relationships, connect families with resources, travel within Davenport and nearby communities, and maintain accurate case records while collaborating with HHSS, Juvenile Court, and agency partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Guide Families: Licensing, home studies, and permanency services.
• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop trust with children and caregivers.
• Create Plans for Success: Identify needs, resources, and strategies.
• Be There When It Matters: Provide in-home support and crisis response.
• Connect Families with Resources: Education, training, community resources, and support groups.
• Collaborate for Better Outcomes: Work with HHSS, Juvenile Court, and partners.

Skills

compassionate

dependable

collaborative

self-reflective

team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Foster & Adoption Caseworker - Licensing/SupportDavenport, Iowa | Full-Time | $21.80/hour ($45,344/year)Help Families Build Safe, Stable & Lasting ConnectionsAt Family Resources, our mission is to support successful lives to build strong communities. Since 1849, we've helped individuals and families build safer, stronger futures through services grounded in safety, integrity, trauma-informed care, partnerships, and dignity & respect.As a Foster & Adoption Caseworker - Licensing/Support, you'll work alongside foster, adoptive, pre-adoptive, kinship, and guardianship families throughout their journey.From helping families navigate licensing and preparation to providing ongoing support through placement and permanency, you'll build meaningful relationships, connect families with resources, and help children and caregivers create safe, stable, and lasting connections.What You'll DoGuide Families: Support families through foster and adoption licensing, preparation, home studies, and permanency services.Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop trusting relationships with children and caregivers while providing individualized support.Create Plans for Success: Partner with families to identify needs, resources, and strategies to navigate challenges.Be There When It Matters: Provide in-home support and crisis response to help families maintain stability and prevent disruptions.Connect Families with Resources: Help families access education, training, community resources, and support groups.Collaborate for Better Outcomes: Work alongside Health and Human Services, Juvenile Court Services, Foster & Adoption team members, and community partners.Support Transitions: Help families navigate placement, adoption, guardianship, and other permanency transitions.Keep Things Moving: Maintain timely documentation, case records, and required information using established procedures.Stay Connected: Travel throughout Davenport and surrounding communities to meet with families, attend meetings, and provide support where it's needed.What We're Looking ForEducation: Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field.Experience: At least 1 year of related experience.You'll also need:A valid driver's license in good standingAppropriate auto insuranceAbility to pass a motor vehicle record background checkWe're looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, collaborative, self-reflective, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Most importantly, you should have a passion for helping children and families thrive.Pay & Schedule$21.80/hour, approximately $45,344/yearFull-time, 40 hours per weekPrimarily daytime weekday hours, with flexibility to meet client needsNonexempt/hourly positionBased in our Davenport, IA officeService area includes Davenport and surrounding communitiesBenefits That Support Your LifeMeaningful work should come with benefits that support you outside of work, too.Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, with Family Resources covering most of the premiumEmployer-paid life and long-term disability insuranceShort-term disability coverageFlexible PTO with rollover opportunities12 paid holidays401(k) with a 50% match on contributions up to 10%Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Pet insurance options$25 monthly cell phone reimbursement$0.50 mileage reimbursement per milePublic Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer8 weeks of paid longevity leave after 10 years of full-time employment, without using your regular PTOA Workplace Where You Can Do Meaningful WorkFamily Resources operates using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). We believe in having the right person in the right seat, with employees who understand their role, want the role, have the capacity to succeed, and share our agency values.Our leaders provide clear expectations, the tools and support you need to succeed, regular one-on-one communication, effective teamwork, and recognition for your contributions.We value people who bring humility, communicate openly, welcome feedback, continue learning, and aren't afraid to advocate for themselves, their team, or the people we serve.Why Your Work MattersFoster care and adoption are more than a process. They're about creating safe, stable, lifelong connections.In this role, you'll have the opportunity to help families prepare for foster care and adoption, support them through challenges and transitions, and provide resources and encouragement long after the initial placement.Your work can help strengthen families, reduce placement disruptions, and create positive, lasting outcomes for children and caregivers.If you're looking for meaningful work where you can build relationships, support families, and make a lasting difference in the lives of children, we'd love to hear from you.