Foster Family Specialist & Case Manager (Hybrid)

Family & Children's Agency; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Family & Children's Agency in Norwalk, CT is seeking a FFT Family Specialist to support foster youth and their families through case management, tailored interventions, and collaborative treatment planning. You will work with the FFT Family Therapist to coordinate services that promote stability and permanency.

The role emphasizes home-based services, engagement, and coordination with stakeholders, with a hybrid work model and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or related field with 2 years’ experience in case management.
• Experience in family systems, complex family dynamics, and providing in-home services.
• Knowledge in home-based therapy, child welfare systems, attachment theory, and family therapy models.
• Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for travel.
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based services as an active member of the FFT FC team, collaborating with the Family Therapist and DCF.
• Conduct comprehensive initial assessments, identify key participants, and create relational and risk analyses within the family system.
• Complete Care4 and electronic health record documentation, including crisis management plans, safety planning, and home walkthroughs.
• Regularly assess client engagement and levels of risk, addressing barriers with stakeholders.
• Keep all relevant stakeholders informed of client progress and attend family court appearances and Administrative Care Reviews.
• Identify and refer children and families to community-based resources.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and understanding of diverse backgrounds and needs of families served.

Skills

Case management

In-home services

Family therapy models

Attachment theory

Social services knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Family & Children's Agency in Norwalk, CT is seeking a FFT Family Specialist to support foster youth and their families through case management, tailored interventions, and collaborative treatment planning. You will work with the FFT Family Therapist to coordinate services that promote stability and permanency.

The role emphasizes home-based services, engagement, and coordination with stakeholders, with a hybrid work model and generous benefits.