FOSTER CARE CASEWORKER

KidsPeace; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Student loan forgiveness programs

Medical, dental, vision, and pet保险

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive culture

Résumé du poste

KidsPeace is seeking a Foster Care Caseworker to support children and families in the foster care program. You will manage a caseload of youth from 0 to 21, develop individual service plans, and provide ongoing supervision to foster families, ensuring high quality care and advocacy throughout placements.

The role offers growth through ongoing training, with a team-focused culture and competitive compensation. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services.
• 1–2 years experience in the child welfare system preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently in the field.

Responsabilités

• Manage child caseload with individualized service plans.
• Facilitate foster home placements and ensure smooth transitions.
• Conduct regular home visits to support foster families and child safety.
• Advocate for each child with internal staff and community providers.
• Prepare and maintain required case documentation and reports.
• Support permanency goals and participate in court reviews as needed.
• Participate in after-hours crisis response on a rotating basis.

Connaissances

Strong communication skills

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services

Description du poste

About Us

KidsPeace is a private charity dedicated to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have offered psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and foster care programs. Our team works in an environment defined by compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering hope and healing.

Foster Care Caseworker

KidsPeace is a private charity dedicated to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have offered psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and foster care programs. Our team works in an environment defined by compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering hope and healing.

Position Overview

The Caseworker plays a vital role in supporting children and foster families within the KidsPeace foster care program, which serves youth ages 0–21. This position is responsible for managing a caseload of children and ensuring that each child receives high quality care, support, and advocacy throughout their placement. The Caseworker independently plans, coordinates, and implements individualized service plans for each child and provides ongoing supervision and guidance to foster families.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation Starting salary at $35k per year increases based on experience
• Generous PTO
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance
• Professional Growth Opportunities – Ongoing training, development programs, and clear pathways for career advancement
• Supportive Culture – A team environment built on collaboration, respect, and compassion

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Child Caseload: Develop, coordinate, and implement individualized service plans for each child on the caseload.
• Facilitate Foster Home Placements: Independently support the placement of children into foster homes and ensure smooth transitions.
• Conduct Home Visits: Schedule and complete regular visits to assigned foster homes to provide supervision, support, and guidance to foster parents while ensuring child safety.
• Child Advocacy: Act as an advocate for each child, collaborating with internal KidsPeace staff and community service providers.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and maintain all required documentation, reports, and case files in compliance with program policies and state regulations.
• Support Permanency Goals: Assist with reunification efforts or other permanency plans; attend court reviews and provide testimony as needed.
• On‑Call Participation: Take part in a rotation responding to after‑hours crises and emergency placement situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field
• 1-2 years experience in the child welfare system preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle, able to work independently in the field
• Must be 21