What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Care Case Planner position at Children's Home?
Are you passionate about working with children and youth? The Children's Home is growing! Come be a part of a growing and thriving agency as a Case Planner for our Foster Care program in Chenango County!
Benefits:
- 3 choices of healthcare coverage
- Dental and Vision coverage
- HSA & FSA
- 403(b) retirement plan with 6% employer match
- Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO and Holidays
- Agency sponsored loan repayment program
- Discounted membership rate at the Southern Tier Community Center
- and more!!
What you will do in your role:
The Foster Care Case Planner uses a diverse and strength-based approach for the direct interaction with the child, the foster parents, the child's birth family, and the community. The Case Planner acts as a liason with various private, as well as, public service providers and resource agencies to coordinate all case management needs of the youth and family.
- Develops and sustains ongoing working relationships with the child, foster family, and birth family.
- Prepares placement and discharge summaries.
- Writes treatment and crisis management plans
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Minimum Associate's Degree in human services or related field from an accredited college or university required.
- 2 years experience in child welfare and/or foster care required.
- Must have valid Driver's License and ability to maintain insurance throughout employment.
The Children's Home partners with children, families, and communities to inspire hope, develop skills, and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures. We envision a collaborative, caring community where children and families lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Were you referred to this position by a current employee? If so, please provide their first and last name.
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Foster Care/ Social Work/ Human Services etc: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22
