Foster Care Case Planner & Permanency Specialist

Saint Dominic's Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Dominic's Family Services in New York, NY is seeking a Case Planner to provide case management and casework for children in foster care and their families. The role assesses safety and well‑being and develops service plans to support timely permanency outcomes, working with courts, families, foster parents, and service providers.

Responsibilities include documentation, regulatory compliance, coordinating with ACS/OCFS, Family Team Conferences, and court hearings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least one year of relevant child welfare experience required.
• MSW or related Human Services degree preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License preferred; ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned caseload per ACS/OCFS standards and agency requirements.
• Assess child safety, well‑being, and family functioning; plan permanency.
• Develop and update Family Assessment and Service Plans (FASPs).
• Conduct face‑to‑face contacts and home visits with children and families.
• Coordinate referrals to community services and ensure timely engagement.
• Prepare for Family Team Conferences and permanency reviews; attend Family Court hearings.
• Maintain documentation in CONNECTIONS and other required systems.
• Work in diverse community settings; accommodate flexible scheduling including evenings/weekends.

Education

Bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of relevant child welfare experience

MSW or related Human Services field preferred

Job description

Saint Dominic's Family Services in New York, NY is seeking a Case Planner to provide case management and casework for children in foster care and their families. The role assesses safety and well‑being and develops service plans to support timely permanency outcomes, working with courts, families, foster parents, and service providers.

Responsibilities include documentation, regulatory compliance, coordinating with ACS/OCFS, Family Team Conferences, and court hearings.