Foster Care Case Manager - On-Call Advocacy & Support

Porter-Leath; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter-Leath is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager in Memphis, TN to provide case management services for custodial children placed in residential or foster homes. The role involves coordinating services for children in care under the Tennessee Department of Children Services and liaising with state social workers.

The position requires at least a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, with a master’s degree preferred for higher levels; experience with children with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field required for Case Manager I; criminal justice with juvenile justice component acceptable.
• Master’s degree in social sciences preferred for Case Manager II.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children with emotional/behavior problems; home-based services experience preferred.
• Ability to conduct small group therapy.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with State Social Work to inform on client progress, coordinate visits and placement readiness.
• Assess and present assessments for assigned children and families.
• Collaborate with families and significant others to explore options including reunification and respite services; monitor visits.

Skills

Assessment skills

Group therapy

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Master’s degree preferred for Case Manager II

Job description

Porter-Leath is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager in Memphis, TN to provide case management services for custodial children placed in residential or foster homes. The role involves coordinating services for children in care under the Tennessee Department of Children Services and liaising with state social workers.

The position requires at least a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, with a master’s degree preferred for higher levels; experience with children with