Foster Care Family Specialist: Field-Based Licensing

Who's On the Move; Clinton (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornwell seeks a Foster Care Family Specialist to provide family support and case management for foster children and families, ensuring DSS compliance and licensing. The role involves extensive driving and collaboration with DSS, schools, medical and community partners.

You will document visits and communications in the agency's electronic system, contribute to training, and support family retention while upholding COA standards and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Willingness to drive extensively and travel regionally.
• Experience in DSS or foster care field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly home visits for all foster children in the caseload to ensure safety and well-being.
• Provide ongoing support to foster families to meet the needs of the child and family (education, medical, therapeutic resources, etc.).
• Coordinate placement and discharge of foster children with DSS and foster families.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Team-building

Relationship building

Advocacy for children

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Thornwell seeks a Foster Care Family Specialist to provide family support and case management for foster children and families, ensuring DSS compliance and licensing. The role involves extensive driving and collaboration with DSS, schools, medical and community partners.

You will document visits and communications in the agency's electronic system, contribute to training, and support family retention while upholding COA standards and state guidelines.