Foster Care Caseworker — Bilingual Impact & Support

Alternative Family Services; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary $70,304 - $74,304/year

CA Clinical Licensure differential $3,

Annual Spanish language differential $

IRS mileage reimbursement

Excellent benefits package (medical, •

Over 8 weeks time off annually; 11+ 1

Job summary

Alternative Family Services in Vallejo is hiring a Caseworker to support foster youth and their families in Solano and Contra Costa Counties. You will build relationships, develop treatment plans, and coordinate services with schools, therapists, doctors, and community partners.

Requirements include a Master’s in social work or related field and ability to obtain background clearances; 1–2 years with children and families is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or related field meeting CCR Title 22 requirements.
• Ability to obtain fingerprint and background clearances.
• 1-2 years experience working with children and families preferable.
• Valid California driver’s license with auto insurance and registration.
• Ability to respond to client and family crisis; weekend/after-hour may be required.
• Ability to work in complex family systems and diverse populations.
• Strong integrity, honesty and work ethic; effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support placements of youth in foster homes.
• Conduct regular in-home visits and provide ongoing supervision and support.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and update regularly.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency response, including evenings and weekends.
• Maintain accurate case documentation per agency and state regulations.
• Coordinate services including therapy, education, medical care, and recreational activities.
• Train and support resource parents to ensure quality care and compliance.
• Collaborate with treatment team members, county representatives, and community partners.
• Identify and utilize community resources.
• Act as liaison between AFS and other community-based services; participate in staff meetings.
• Ensure HIPAA and agency policy compliance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Alternative Family Services in Vallejo is hiring a Caseworker to support foster youth and their families in Solano and Contra Costa Counties. You will build relationships, develop treatment plans, and coordinate services with schools, therapists, doctors, and community partners.

Requirements include a Master’s in social work or related field and ability to obtain background clearances; 1–2 years with children and families is preferred.