Foster Care Program Supervisor

State-of-Missour; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

State of Missouri's Department of Social Services seeks a foster care case manager to advocate for child safety, support families, and coordinate services across agencies. Responsibilities include developing case plans, guiding parents toward reunification, and ensuring court-met guidance is followed.

The role requires extensive experience in protective services, strong record-keeping, and the ability to participate in court proceedings as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 9+ years in protective services delivery
• One or more years as Social Services Specialist III or Senior Social Services Specialist
• Three+ years as Associate Social Services Specialist or Social Services Specialist II
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field with 5+ years in protective services delivery (substitutions allowed)

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of children and connect them to services.
• Develop and implement individualized case plans for children and parents with a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist biological parents with reunification goals.
• Ensure placements comply with guidelines and conduct in-home visits.
• Provide routine support and crisis intervention for foster families.
• Coordinate family support meetings with schools, healthcare providers and legal representatives.
• Maintain confidential client records and prepare legal documents for court hearings.

Skills

Case management

Protective services

Court testimony

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

State of Missouri's Department of Social Services seeks a foster care case manager to advocate for child safety, support families, and coordinate services across agencies. Responsibilities include developing case plans, guiding parents toward reunification, and ensuring court-met guidance is followed.

The role requires extensive experience in protective services, strong record-keeping, and the ability to participate in court proceedings as needed.