Foster Care Case Manager

Children's Hope Alliance; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hope Alliance is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager to support children and foster families. You will coordinate services, plan treatments, and participate in family team meetings to ensure comprehensive care and timely planning from admission through discharge.

Ideal candidates have a BA in Psychology, Social Work, or related field, at least two years of relevant experience, and a Qualified Professional (QP) designation. On-call rotation availability is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children, families, or in a related human services role.
• Qualified Professional (QP) designation (required).
• Ability to respond to urgent situations and participate in on‑call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted partner to children, foster families, and care teams—guiding them throughout the foster care journey
• Coordinate services, treatment planning, and resources to support each child’s unique needs
• Facilitate Child and Family Team Meetings and actively contribute to admission, treatment, and discharge planning
• Provide ongoing coaching, training, and hands‑on support to foster parents
• Conduct regular in-home visits to assess strengths, address needs, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment
• Help families navigate behavioral challenges using proven models like the Teaching Family Model
• Maintain strong communication with biological families, social workers, and community partners
• Represent Children’s Hope Alliance in court hearings, treatment reviews, and external meetings
• Respond to urgent needs and provide crisis/on-call support when it matters most
• Keep accurate, timely documentation and case records using clinical management systems
• Monitor foster home compliance with licensing standards and conduct ongoing reviews
• Review medical administration records to ensure the safety and well‑being of children

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field

Job description

Description

Make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.
At Children’s Hope Alliance, we do more than provide services—we create pathways to Hope, Health, and Healing for Generations. As a Foster Care Case Manager, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children, empowering foster families, and helping build stable, nurturing environments where youth can thrive.

Description

Make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.
At Children’s Hope Alliance, we do more than provide services—we create pathways to Hope, Health, and Healing for Generations. As a Foster Care Case Manager, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children, empowering foster families, and helping build stable, nurturing environments where youth can thrive.

This is a dynamic, relationship-driven role ideal for someone who is passionate about advocacy, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact every day.

What You’ll Do

Champion Care for Youth & Families

• Serve as a trusted partner to children, foster families, and care teams—guiding them throughout the foster care journey
• Coordinate services, treatment planning, and resources to support each child’s unique needs
• Facilitate Child and Family Team Meetings and actively contribute to admission, treatment, and discharge planning

Support & Empower Foster Families

• Provide ongoing coaching, training, and hands‑on support to foster parents
• Conduct regular in-home visits to assess strengths, address needs, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment
• Help families navigate behavioral challenges using proven models like the Teaching Family Model

Be a Consistent Advocate

• Maintain strong communication with biological families, social workers, and community partners
• Represent Children’s Hope Alliance in court hearings, treatment reviews, and external meetings
• Respond to urgent needs and provide crisis/on-call support when it matters most

Ensure Quality & Compliance

• Keep accurate, timely documentation and case records using clinical management systems
• Monitor foster home compliance with licensing standards and conduct ongoing reviews
• Review medical administration records to ensure the safety and well‑being of children

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What Makes You a Great Fit

• You’re passionate about helping children and families succeed
• You build strong relationships and communicate with empathy and professionalism
• You thrive in a fast‑paced environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards
• You’re organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

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What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience working with children, families, or in a related human services role
• Qualified Professional (QP) designation (required)
• Ability to respond to urgent situations and participate in on‑call rotation

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Why Join Children’s Hope Alliance?

• Be part of a mission‑driven organization making a real impact
• Collaborate with a supportive, purpose‑driven team
• Gain ongoing professional development (24+ hours of annual training)
• Help shape brighter futures for children and families in your community

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Children’s Hope Alliance is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.