Foster Care Case Manager

Every Child; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Every Child's Hope is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager to provide comprehensive case management for children in the foster and adoptive care system. You will develop permanency goals, assess risks, coordinate services, and advocate in court to secure stable, loving homes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field, at least one year of relevant experience, and reliable transportation. This is a full-time, in-person position with competitive benefits; you’ll join a team dedicated to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related human service field.
• A minimum of one year of experience providing family and children services.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management services to children and families within the foster and adoptive care system.
• Develop permanency goals and concurrent plans tailored to assigned children.
• Assess abuse/neglect risks and ongoing safety of children.
• Assess child and family functioning, strengths, needs, stressors and coping.
• Research and refer families to necessary services.
• Evaluate effectiveness of provided services and drive improvements.
• Advocate for children in court and provide testimony.
• Offer parent education and support to strengthen family dynamics.
• Participate in on-call rotations for emergencies.
• Ensure documentation standards are met.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings with children and out-of-home providers.
• Schedule and facilitate Family Support Team meetings.
• Arrange for appropriate and least restrictive placements and health services.
• Assist families in meeting cost of care.

Skills

Case management

Trauma-informed care

Advocacy

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work/psychology/counseling or related

Job description

Be a Beacon of Hope for Children and Families - Join Every Child's Hope as a Foster Care Case Manager!Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families who have experienced multiple traumatic events? Every Child's Hope, a compassionate non-profit organization, is seeking a dedicated Foster Care Case Manager to join our team. Our mission is to partner with the community in supporting children, youth, and families on their journey to health and wholeness through quality, professional, and faithful services. If you are ready to be part of a team that makes a real difference, read on!Your Role:As a Foster Care Case Manager at Every Child's Hope, you will play a crucial role in providing essential case management services to children in the foster and adoptive care system. Your primary objective will be to establish permanency for these children, ensuring they find loving and stable homes where they can thrive.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Provide comprehensive case management services to children and families within the foster and adoptive care system.Develop and formulate permanency goals and concurrent plans tailored to the unique needs of assigned children.Conduct assessments of child abuse/neglect risks and ongoing safety of children.Assess child and family functioning, strengths, needs, stressors, and coping mechanisms to tailor support.Research and refer children and families to necessary services to meet their specific needs.Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of provided services, ensuring constant improvement.Advocate for assigned children in court proceedings, providing crucial testimony on their behalf.Offer parent education and support to strengthen family dynamics.Participate in an on-call rotation to address urgent needs and emergencies.Ensure all required documentation standards are meticulously met and maintained.Conduct face-to-face meetings with assigned children and out-of-home care providers according to prescribed time frames.Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate Family Support Team (FST) meetings within the prescribed time frames.Secure appropriate and least restrictive out-of-home placements for assigned children, ensuring their safety and well-being.Arrange for medical, dental, and routine health services for children in out-of-home placements.Assist families in meeting the cost of care expenses, alleviating financial burdens.Responsible for being trauma aware, sensitive, and responsive to youth, families and colleagues through the completion of new hire and annual trauma informed education and training.Why Work with Us?Every Child's Hope is committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for both its staff and the families it serves. We understand that well-trained and dedicated staff are crucial to helping children and families on their journey to healing and recovery. As a Foster Care Case Manager, you will have the opportunity to be a part of this transformative mission and contribute to making a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children.Every Child's Hope is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, so don't miss this chance to be a beacon of hope in a child's life!Job Type: Full-timePay: $45,000.00 - $52,665.60 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftWork Location: In personA Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related human service field.A minimum of one year of previous experience providing family and children services.Must have reliable transportation to fulfill case management duties.Valid Driver's License