Foster Care Case Manager

Full-time - Entry Level

Hillsboro, MO

Social Assistance

About the position

The Foster Care Case Manager in Hillsboro, MO is responsible for providing case management services to children entering or currently in out-of-home care. The role focuses on ensuring the safety and permanency of children by coordinating necessary services and resources for them and their families. The position requires strong decision-making skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including families, state agencies, and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services for children in out-of-home care.
• Make timely decisions regarding client services related to medical, education, social, and emotional supports.
• Ensure emergency availability for clients 24/7.
• Formulate permanency goals and plans for assigned clients.
• Prepare records and documentation of all client interactions and services provided.
• Facilitate meetings with biological parents, children, and caregivers as required.
• Lead Family Support Team (FST) and Team Decision Making (TDM) meetings.
• Coordinate parent/child/sibling visits as required by contract.
• Identify and link clients with community resources.
• Document client outcomes and progress effectively.
• Coordinate with other service staff, the court system, and out-of-home care providers.
• Attend court hearings and prepare necessary documents.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, or related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in protective social services or targeted case management.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional documents and regulations.
• Strong writing skills for reports and correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively to various groups.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to make independent decisions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in community resource mobilization.
• Demonstrated ability to work positively in team settings.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance