Foster Care Nurse Case Manager

Program Summary:

Child and Family Services (C FS) Foster Care Program provides temporary, safe, and loving homes for children and supports parents/caregivers in developing the skills they need to achieve family reunification. When reunification is not possible, our program helps secure permanency through adoption. This program plays an essential role in our agency’s 150 year mission of nurturing a healthier and more equitable Western New York.

Position Summary:

Are you an experienced nurse looking for a fulfilling role that blends patient care with impactful behind-the-scenes care coordination? As a Foster Care Nurse Case Manager, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of hands-on pediatric medical care and the rewarding opportunity to coordinate health care services for children in our program.

This position offers a flexible schedule that supports work-life balance while allowing you to collaborate with program staff, foster parents, and external healthcare providers. You’ll serve as a vital advocate for children’s health and well-being, ensuring that each child receives necessary medical care and support.

Major Responsibilities:

• Conduct medical examinations and assessments for children in foster care.
• Develop, manage, and monitor healthcare plans for each child.
• Maintain and/or obtain accurate and up-to-date documentation of medical records in program databases.
• Provide direct medical treatment within the scope of nursing practice.
• Facilitate communication between foster parents, medical providers, social workers, and other key stakeholders.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet all needs of the foster child

• Ensure timely medical screenings, immunizations, and follow-ups.
• Participate in Service Plan Reviews (SPR) and multidisciplinary case meetings.
• Educate foster parents on medical needs, medication management, and preventive care.
• Provide health education and training to children, foster parents, and staff on topics such as wellness, medication management, and chronic condition care.
• Assist in establishing and reviewing nursing treatment goals for children in care.
• Escort and/or supervise children during healthcare appointments to ensure proper medical follow-ups and compliance.
• Coordinate the exchange of health information between caregivers, medical professionals, and program staff to support continuity of care.
• Advocate for children’s healthcare needs and identify gaps in services.
• Provide training to program staff on medical protocols and best practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in New York State (BSN preferred).
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics, community health, or case management.
• Experience working with children and families in a healthcare or social service setting is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to coordinate care and advocate for children’s health needs.
• Valid New York State driver’s license, insurance, and a good driving record.
• Superior organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and case management systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with foster parents, program staff, and external healthcare providers.
• Team player mindset with a commitment to working collaboratively within the Foster Care program and across agency departments.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare and social services.

Attributes That May Make You a Great Fit:

• Believe that foster care is a temporary arrangement meant to support children while their families work toward reunification.
• Recognize that foster parents play a key role in ensuring children's health and well-being.
• Are passionate about advocating for vulnerable children and ensuring they receive the best possible medical care.

Competitive Pay Range of $34-$36 per hour based on experience

C FS offers full-time employees the below benefits to support our employees and their families and help to create a healthy work environment

• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and bereavement time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Vision insurance options
• Wellness Program and Incentives
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA Retirement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• 403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions

Diversity Statement:

Within our agency and in the communities that we serve, C FS is committed to diversity and inclusion with race equity at the center. Every day we work to promote safety, health, and wellness. We will not stop until Black, indigenous and people of color are free from racism and experience peace, prosperity and well-being.

Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Child and Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Child and Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)