Foster Care Case Manager: Drive Safety & Permanency

Cornerstones of Care; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cornerstones of Care in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Foster Care Case Management Specialist to coordinate services for children and families and support safety and permanency. The role covers Jackson and Cass counties and requires advanced child welfare knowledge and independent judgment.

Starting salary is $46,000, with a focus on service planning with the Family Support Team, and seamless coordination of supportive services to achieve timely outcomes for children in care.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of experience working with children and families.
• Master's degree preferred; bachelor's degree required.
• Must be at least 21 years old and pass background check, physical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Base in Kansas City, MO; cover Jackson or Cass counties.
• Manage and provide services to children and families referred under the Foster Care Case Management Contract.
• Assess each family and child situation and develop recommendations for support services.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Independent judgment

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in social work or related field

Bachelor's degree in social work, criminal justice, human services, education, counseling or psychology

Tools

Valid driver's license and transportation

Job description

Cornerstones of Care in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Foster Care Case Management Specialist to coordinate services for children and families and support safety and permanency. The role covers Jackson and Cass counties and requires advanced child welfare knowledge and independent judgment.

Starting salary is $46,000, with a focus on service planning with the Family Support Team, and seamless coordination of supportive services to achieve timely outcomes for children in care.