Hybrid Foster Care Support Specialist: Aftercare

The-Family-Initiative-1; Lubbock (TX); Hybrid; USD 46,287,000 - 48,905,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Hybrid Work

Generous Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Texas Family Initiative is seeking a Foster Care Support Specialist to provide aftercare case management, kinship caregiver support, transitional living assistance, and parenting guidance. The role focuses on child well-being, placement stability, and linking families to community resources, with a hybrid work schedule.

You will partner with youth and families, coordinate with case managers, deliver education, complete documentation, and travel as needed; the position emphasizes cultural

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two years of experience in child and family services preferred.
• Strong communication, case management, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide up to six months of aftercare support for youth discharged from foster care.
• Support kinship caregivers with verification requirements, navigating the child welfare system, and accessing services.
• Assist youth transitioning to independent living by coordinating with case managers and support programs.
• Deliver parenting education and support, including child development, safe sleep, childproofing, and access to community resources.
• Develop and implement individualized aftercare service plans.
• Maintain regular contact with children and families through in-person, virtual, and phone meetings.
• Coordinate referrals and community services to ensure ongoing stability and support.
• Complete required documentation, reports, and case records.
• Collaborate with agency staff, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Promote cultural sensitivity, teamwork, and family-centered practices.
• Transport clients and travel for agency business as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Case management

Documentation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Texas Family Initiative is seeking a Foster Care Support Specialist to provide aftercare case management, kinship caregiver support, transitional living assistance, and parenting guidance. The role focuses on child well-being, placement stability, and linking families to community resources, with a hybrid work schedule.

You will partner with youth and families, coordinate with case managers, deliver education, complete documentation, and travel as needed; the position emphasizes cultural