Foster Care Case Manager & Family Reunification Specialist

State of Missouri; Marshfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri seeks a dedicated Social Services professional to manage child welfare cases in Webster County under the Alternative Care program. Responsibilities include assessing needs, coordinating services, and guiding families through reunification or permanent guardianship processes.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field and experience in protective services, with substitutions allowed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or comparable human services field. (Substitutions allowed)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel throughout Missouri as needed
• Evening/weekend availability as part of preferred qualifications
• Two or more years (Associate level) or Five or more years (Specialist II) of professional experience in protective services, casework, or foster care coordination

Responsibilities

• Assess needs of children and connect them to services.
• Develop and implement individualized case plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist biological parents toward reunification goals.
• Ensure placements comply with welfare guidelines and court requirements; conduct in-home visits.
• Provide support and crisis intervention for foster families.
• Coordinate family support meetings with schools, community, and healthcare providers.
• Maintain confidential records and prepare legal documents for court hearings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

State of Missouri seeks a dedicated Social Services professional to manage child welfare cases in Webster County under the Alternative Care program. Responsibilities include assessing needs, coordinating services, and guiding families through reunification or permanent guardianship processes.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field and experience in protective services, with substitutions allowed.