Foster Care Case Manager ($2,000 Sign-on Bonus)

Lutheran Family and Children's Services of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Family and Children’s Services is seeking dedicated professionals to provide and maintain child welfare services, counseling, and case management for individuals, families, and groups including birth, foster, and adoptive families. The role emphasizes compassionate, trauma-informed care within agency policy.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field, are licensed drivers, and are passionate about making a difference for children and families across Missouri.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related Human Behavior Science.
• Must be a licensed driver with access to a reliable automobile to meet client direct service expectations.
• Passion for making a difference and supporting families through life’s challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain child welfare services, counseling and case management for individuals, families and groups that include birth, foster and adoptive families, within agency policy.
• Build a positive working relationship with clients to meet their goals through regular, consistent, face-to-face or virtual client contact.
• Maintain complete client files, ensure client records are up to date by inputting all necessary progress notes, data, and reports into the required data base in a timely manner on a regular basis.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or other Human Behavior Science degree

Job description

Join Our Legacy of Impact – Make a Real Difference Every Day!

At Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS), we have a 157-year history of empowering children and families to overcome life’s toughest challenges. When you join our team, you’re becoming a part of a mission that transforms lives and builds brighter futures—now and for generations to come.

December 2026 Graduates are Welcome to Apply!

Why LFCS?

• Meaningful Work: Your efforts will directly help shape a better world for those who need it most.
• Impactful Mission: Join a team dedicated to creating safety and stability for kids across Missouri.
• A Legacy of Change: Be part of an organization that creates a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Your Role:

• Provide and maintain child welfare services, counseling and case management to individuals, families and groups that include birth, foster and adoptive families, within agency policy.
• Build a positive working relationship with clients to meet their goals through regular, consistent, face-to-face or virtual client contact.
• Maintain complete client files, ensure client records are up to date by inputting all necessary progress notes, data, and reports into the required data base in a timely manner on a regular basis.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or other Human Behavior Science degree.
• Must be a licensed driver with access to a reliable automobile to meet client direct service expectations in their homes and community, who is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements.
• Passion for making a difference and supporting families through life’s challenges.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.