Foster Care Coordinator

Thompson Child & Family Focus - A Child's Place Program; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 28,929 - 30,472; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

3 weeks PTO + 10 holidays

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401K match

Education reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Thompson Child & Family Focus – A Child's Place Program seeks a Foster Care Coordinator to support foster placements, provide case management, and collaborate with families and community partners in Greenville, SC. The role involves home visits, documentation, and outreach activities to grow the foster network.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, at least 2 years of experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Must pass drug screening test and extensive background check.
• Must have a valid Driver License.
• Ability to work primarily with clients in Greenville, SC.
• Meets designation as a Qualified Professional in SC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and provide case management support to foster families.
• Coordinate services, manage documentation and compliance tasks, and collaborate with staff and community partners.
• Assist with outreach content and materials to recruit and support new foster homes.
• Participate in on-call weekend rotation to provide 24/7 coverage for emergencies in the Greenville area.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Qualified Professional in SC

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Thompson

Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma‑informed and evidence‑based/evidence‑informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0‑18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity.

Foster Care Coordinator – Responsibilities

• As a Foster Care Coordinator in the South Carolina Foster Care department, you will play a critical role in ensuring the success and stability of foster placements by supporting both the youth and the caregivers. You’ll also help increase visibility and awareness of the foster care program by assisting with administrative tasks, engaging in marketing and outreach efforts, and enhancing the program’s social media presence.
• A typical day as a Foster Care Coordinator will include conducting home visits, providing case management and support to foster families, coordinating services, managing documentation and compliance tasks, and collaborating with internal staff and community partners. You may also spend time developing content or materials for outreach and engaging with the community to recruit and support new foster homes.
• As a Foster Care Coordinator, flexibility is key. Some evenings or weekends may be required based on family needs, events, or outreach opportunities. This position also includes participation in an on‑call weekend rotation to ensure 24/7 support and coverage for foster families in the Greenville area in case of emergencies or urgent needs.

What this position offers

• Starting Pay Range: $21–$22.12 hourly
• Fantastic Full‑time benefits…
• 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays!
• Health, Dental, Vision, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability and Life insurance options
• 401K Match
• Education Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus
• Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
• Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
• Paid time off for volunteering in the community
• Free EAP services
• Mileage Reimbursement
• iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
• Multiple opportunities for growth

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 a 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 SC.
• All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test, and an extensive background check is required.
• Ability to work primarily with clients in Greenville, SC.

Are you the right fit?

• You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents!
• You enjoy knowing you’re making an impact on the lives of others!
• Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity are important to you!
• The Foster Care Coordinator plays a vital part to the company structure. Join Us!

Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thompson participates in E-Verify.