Foster Care Coordinator

Jobtailor; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Asheville, NC seeks a dedicated Foster Care Program Coordinator. The role focuses on supporting youth and families, coordinating services, and applying trauma-informed practices to every interaction.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, with at least two years of relevant experience, and meets NC professional designation requirements. Strong MS Office skills and clearance checks are required to protect program integrity.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable Driver's license and meet credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as it pertains to the department you are in.
• 2+ years of relevant professional experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong written and oral communication skills.
• Meets designation as a Qualified Professional in NC.

Responsibilities

• Support, guidance, coordination, and intervention to assigned youth and families in the Foster Care program.
• Performance will be measured by individual outcomes and contribution to overall program team/department.
• Display trauma-informed practices and principles in interactions with customers, peers, and leadership.
• Ensure documentation for all foster children meets regulatory compliance.
• Manage health record, treatment plans, and authorizations adhering to policy and effective crises response as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed practices

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field

Qualified Professional in NC

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support, guidance, coordination, and intervention to assigned youth and families in the Foster Care program.
• Performance will be measured by individual outcomes and contribution to overall program team/department.
• Display trauma-informed practices and principles in interactions with customers, peers, and leadership.
• Ensure documentation for all foster children meets regulatory compliance.
• Manage health record, treatment plans, and authorizations adhering to policy and effective crises response as needed.

Requirements

• Must have a valid Driver License and meet any credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as it pertains to the department you are in.
• Education requirement for this individual contributor role is: Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite application software, excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Meets designation as a Qualified Professional in NC.
• All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test, and an extensive background check is required.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in trauma-informed practices and regulatory compliance within the Foster Care program, while effectively managing health records and treatment plans. Strong communication skills and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes for youth and families are essential.