Child Welfare Support Specialist - Foster Care

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) is seeking a Foster Care Case Aide to join its Child Welfare team in St. Louis, MO. You will provide essential support services to children and families involved in the foster care system.

In this role you will conduct visits, monitor safety, document observations, transport youth, and assist Case Managers in case-related tasks as needed. LFCS emphasizes meaningful, impactful work and community commitment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured car.
• Compassion, empathy, and commitment to helping children and families.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree in human services or related field.
• Preferred: at least 1 year of experience with children/families.

Responsibilities

• Provide child welfare services and conduct client visits with individuals, families, and groups.
• Monitor and supervise family visitation in home, office, and community settings.
• Document observations and maintain confidential records; report progress to supervisor.
• Transport youth to and from family visits, appointments, and agency activities.
• Assist Case Managers and Supervisors with case-related tasks.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) is seeking a Foster Care Case Aide to join its Child Welfare team in St. Louis, MO. You will provide essential support services to children and families involved in the foster care system.

In this role you will conduct visits, monitor safety, document observations, transport youth, and assist Case Managers in case-related tasks as needed. LFCS emphasizes meaningful, impactful work and community commitment.