Foster Care Case Manager - Field-Based Child Welfare Impact

KVC Health Systems; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

403b match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness benefits

Job summary

KVC Health Systems in Springfield, MO is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager to provide case management for children and families in out-of-home care through the court system. The role supports permanency planning and collaboration with the Children’s Division.

This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree and experience with children, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Field-based work with 1–3 days in the office for supervision and meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience working with children is essential; foster care/child welfare experience is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse individuals/s groups.
• Knowledge of child welfare laws, regulations, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services to children and families in out-of-home care through the court system.
• Create and execute permanency plans for children under the custody of the Children’s Division.
• Utilize strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills to support well-being and safe arrangements for children.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Child welfare laws

Commitment to children

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

KVC Health Systems in Springfield, MO is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager to provide case management for children and families in out-of-home care through the court system. The role supports permanency planning and collaboration with the Children’s Division.

This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree and experience with children, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Field-based work with 1–3 days in the office for supervision and meetings.