Foster-Adoptive Care Case Manager

KVC Health Systems, Inc.; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental ins.

Retirement savings match

Paid time off and parental leave

Wellness support and professional成长

Job summary

KVC West Virginia is seeking a Foster-Adoptive Care Case Manager in Charleston, WV. This full-time hybrid role focuses on supporting foster and adoptive families through visits, advocacy, and guidance, with two home visits per month and monthly school visits.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a social service-related field, at least two years in children and family services, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a social service field.
• Licensed by WV Board of Social Work Examiners preferred but not required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in children and family services.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required.
• Knowledge of WV Medicaid Program and foster care system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide visits, advocacy, and guidance to foster and adoptive families.
• Conduct home visits at least twice monthly and school visits monthly.
• Attend MDT and IEP meetings to advocate for children.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Travel throughout the service area as required.

Skills

Independent work

De-escalation techniques

Child development knowledge

Trauma-informed care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a social service-related field

Job description

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Foster-Adoptive Care Case Manager

Full Time Charleston, WV, Charleston, WV, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 9683

Salary Range: $17.00 To $19.00 Annually

Foster and Adoptive Case Manager

KVC West Virginia is reaching out to dedicated professionals to join our team in Charleston, West Virginia. We are an organization where your work has a profound impact on the safety and stability of children and families.

Our commitment to a supportive and healthy workplace is reflected in our Work Wellbeing score of 83. We offer a culture that values flexibility, inclusion, and the deep sense of meaning that comes from providing life-changing social services.

Position Overview

The Foster and Adoptive Care Case Manager plays a vital role as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will be responsible for supporting foster and adoptive families through direct visits, advocacy, and guidance. This position is ideal for an independently driven professional who takes initiative to solve problems and thrives in a collaborative team environment. This is a hybrid position.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay rate for this position is $17-$19 per hour, depending on experience and licensure.

KVC provides a robust benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Retirement savings match
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Wellness support and professional growth opportunities
• Flexible work environment with travel throughout the service area
• Act as a treatment team member and provide feedback on client progress.
• Conduct home visits a minimum of twice monthly and school visits once monthly.
• Attend Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and IEP meetings to advocate for children.
• Build a safe and secure child welfare system using evidence-based practices.
• Ensure all child placing and Medicaid standards are met through precise documentation.
• Participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation to provide crisis support.
• Facilitate supervised visitation and maintain strong relationships with the Department of Human Services (DoHS).
• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a social service-related field.
• Licensure: Licensed by the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners or an equivalent board is preferred but not required.
• Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in children and family services. Preference is given to candidates with knowledge of the WV Medicaid Program and the foster care system.
• Skills: Ability to take direction and work independently. Proficiency in de-escalation techniques and knowledge of child development and trauma are essential.
• Additional Requirements: A valid driver's license and auto insurance are required.

Join KVC West Virginia and help us ensure that every child and family is safe, connected, and supported.