Trauma-Informed Foster Care Placement Specialist

Winnebago County, Wisconsin; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Winnebago County, Wisconsin is seeking a Social Work Specialist for the Placement Resource Team (Foster Care Coordinator) in Oshkosh. The role supports professional social work services to achieve timely permanency for children in out-of-home care.

Responsibilities include coordinating Independent Living, guardianships, family-find tasks, and CPS case management as needed, with emphasis on confidentiality and trauma-informed care principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in social work, human services, or related field.
• Certification or licensure under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 457 as a Social Worker or related designation; licensure within two years of hire.
• Experience with TPR casework and guardianship paperwork; court testimony required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for duties.
• Provide evidence of meeting or exceeding automobile liability insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify barriers to permanency, track progress, and develop strategies to achieve timely permanence.
• Coordinate Independent Living services, guardianships, and family find responsibilities.
• Perform CPS case management duties and court work as needed.
• Track TPR paperwork, data, and grant information; assist with grant-related tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with federal, state, and county mandates.
• Produce and maintain assigned case paperwork; refer clients for needed services.

Skills

Information gathering

Verbal & written communication

Trauma-informed care

Family systems approach

Case planning

Stress/conflict management

Professional boundaries

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in social work

Social Worker licensure per Wisconsin Statutes 457

Job description

Winnebago County, Wisconsin is seeking a Social Work Specialist for the Placement Resource Team (Foster Care Coordinator) in Oshkosh. The role supports professional social work services to achieve timely permanency for children in out-of-home care.

Responsibilities include coordinating Independent Living, guardianships, family-find tasks, and CPS case management as needed, with emphasis on confidentiality and trauma-informed care principles.