Foster Program - Case Worker

RYSS Texas Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tejano Center is seeking a Foster Program Case Worker in Houston to provide case management and support to children in foster care and their families. You will coordinate services, monitor placements, and ensure compliance with state licensing standards while collaborating with CPS and community partners.

The role requires a background in social work or related field, with experience in child placing agencies, and strong communication and record-keeping skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field preferred, including nine semester hours in family and individual dynamics.
• Two years of full-time experience in a licensed child placing agency for applicants without a human-services degree.
• Minimum one year of experience in a child placing agency under supervision of a Child Placing Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and support services to children in foster care and foster families.
• Coordinate services, monitor placements, and ensure compliance with licensing standards.
• Collaborate with CPS and community partners to promote safety and permanency.
• Maintain accurate, auditable records and prepare reports as required.

Skills

Data reporting laws

TEA/TSDS standards

MS Word & Excel

Records management

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Student Information System (SIS)

Job description

Foster Program - Case Worker

Job Details

Job ID: 5531956
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 10, 2026 7:01 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Case Worker

Reports To: Child Placing Agency Program Director
Organization: Tejano Center
Division: Child Placing Agency
Location: 3103 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77003

POSITION SUMMARY

The Foster Program Case Worker provides case management and support services to children placed in foster care and the foster families who care for them. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety, well-being, and permanency of children by conducting assessments, coordinating services, monitoring placements, maintaining compliance with state licensing standards, and collaborating with Child Protective Services (CPS) and community partners.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field preferred.
• Degree should include at least nine (9) semester hours in family and individual dynamics.

Experience

• Applicants with a non-human services degree must have two (2) years of full-time experience in a licensed child placing agency.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a child placing agency under the supervision of a Child Placing Administrator.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws pertaining to student data reporting
• Knowledge of TEA Student Attendance Accounting Handbook and PEIMS/TSDS Data Standards, TREX, Unique ID
• Skill in computer applications and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Student Information Systems) to develop or maintain spreadsheets, databases and perform word processing
• Ability to present oral and written information in a comprehensive and organized manner in group or individual settings
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide a high level of customer service to co-workers, staff and district personnel in resolving related issues
• Ability to work independently and perform a variety of complex activities simultaneously
• Ability to meet established deadlines
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• Ability to use personal computer, develop spreadsheets, databases, and perform word processing
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Team oriented and self-motivated

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Mental Demands

• Manage multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
• Maintain emotional control and professionalism in stressful situations.
• Exercise sound judgment while handling confidential information.

Environmental Factors:

• Office and community-based work with frequent local travel.
• Occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and after-hours emergency response.

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FLSA Status: Exempt
Emp Employment Status: Full-Time

Work Calendar Status: 12 Months (238 Days)
Salary:

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• Juan J Santos , Executive Director of Human Talent
• 2950 Broadway St.
• Houston, Texas 77017
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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