Foster Care Supervisor

4KIDS; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best Christian Workplace

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

4KIDS is seeking a compassionate Foster Care Supervisor in Fort Myers, FL to lead a team supporting foster families through licensing, relicensing, and ongoing training. The role ensures compliance with state requirements while delivering safe, Christ-centered care for children.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work (or a relevant field) with experience in child welfare, and demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities, with flexibility for evenings,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field with 2+ years of experience (or Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience)
• Current Child Welfare Certification
• Experience in child welfare or human services
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and best practices for serving children and youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, trauma, or placement disruption
• Passion for serving children and families through a ministry-minded approach
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Model Christ-like leadership to foster parent support specialist team members, fostering a culture of encouragement, accountability, and purpose
• Maintain consistent communication with foster families throughout licensing, relicensing, training, and support
• Oversee timely completion and submission of licensing and relicensing documentation in compliance with DCF and 4KIDS requirements
• Oversee support for foster families to ensure stability and success
• Ensure accurate and compliant documentation
• Support incident reporting and emergency response as needed
• Collaborate with internal teams and community partners
• Participate in recruitment efforts and foster parent training for foster families

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Crisis management

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Flexible schedule

Education

Masters in Social Work

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Home » About » Careers

Careers

4KIDS was started by persistent individuals who felt God’s calling to pursue the vision of a home for every child in crisis. Today, our staff has grown to over 130 committed individuals across twelve Florida counties advocating for children in our community.

The 4KIDS team is an authentic family whose passion and mission drives us to fight for justice and bring hope and healing to the children we serve.

If you feel led to be a part of 4KIDS’ unique mission, please check out our available employment openings.

Position: Foster Care Supervisor Location: Fort Myers, FL Job Id: 498 # of Openings: 1 Foster Care Supervisor Are you called to a meaningful career advocating for Home, Healing, and Hope for children in foster care? 4KIDS is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Foster Care Supervisor to provide leadership and oversight to a team supporting foster families throughout the ongoing foster parent training, licensing, and relicensing process. This role ensures families are equipped, supported, and aligned with agency and state requirements while ensuring children and youth receive excellent, Christ-centered care in a safe, nurturing, and well supported home environment.

What You'll Do:

• Model Christ-like leadership to foster parent support specialist team members, fostering a culture of encouragement, accountability, and purpose
• Maintain consistent communication with foster families throughout licensing, relicensing, training, and support
• Oversee timely completion and submission of licensing and relicensing documentation in compliance with DCF and 4KIDS requirements
• Oversee support for foster families to ensure stability and success
• Ensure accurate and compliant documentation
• Support incident reporting and emergency response as needed
• Collaborate with internal teams and community partners
• Participate in recruitment efforts and foster parent training for foster families

Qualifications:

• Committed Christian with alignment with 4KIDS Statemen of Faith, mission, and core values
• Master's degree in Social Work or related field with 2+ years of experience (or Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience)
• Current Child Welfare Certification
• Experience in child welfare or human services
• Knowledge of trauma informed care and best practices for serving children and youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, trauma, or placement disruption
• Passion for serving children and families through a ministry-minded approach
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong crisis management, problem-solving, and decision making skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, evenings, weekends, and after-hours support as foster care program needs require

Why Join 4KIDS?

• Certified Best Christian Workplace 9 years running
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and retirement plan with match
• Generous PTO and holiday schedule
• Supportive, mission-driven team culture
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families

Background Screening Requirement

4KIDS requires a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida law.

As part of this process, applicants may be required to submit information through the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Learn more about the Clearinghouse and screening requirements here:

• Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse
• Clearinghouse Education & Information

Coming from Corporate America to working at 4KIDS, it’s a change from night to day. The TRUE fellowship and relations we build with one another here at 4KIDS are everlasting and genuine.
– Renato, Gift Processing Specialist