What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Care Case Manager position at Families United Network?
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a field related to social work and/or Two years’ experience working with children and/or families preferred
- Valid Driver’s License
- State Police, FBI, and Child Abuse Clearances are required for this position and will be paid for by the agency
Pay & Perks:
- Medical, Dental, Vision with premiums for employees fully paid
- HRA that pays $4500 of your $5000 deductible
- Paid parental leave
- FSA
- 401K
- 401K match of 4%
- PTO, up to 17 days per year
- 14 paid holidays
- Birthday Time off
- Volunteer time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Plan
Responsibilities:
- Assist and support resource families and children in developing relationships that will make possible and promote a safe, welcoming environment.
- Ensure that transportation is available as needed, or transport children and families when appropriate.
- Plan with children, resource families, birth families, and referring agencies regarding visits, returns home, and other plans.
- Maintain complete, clear, comprehensive, neat, and organized child and family records in compliance with policies and regulations.
- Provide additional duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety and maintain the standard of care appropriate for this position. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
The Foster Care Case Manager plays a vital role in supporting children in foster care and their families through the process of healing, reunification, and stability. This position involves coordinating and overseeing all aspects of a child’s care, including home visits, case plan development, and collaboration with foster parents, biological families, and service providers. A successful Foster Care Case Manager is dedicated, empathetic, and committed to ensuring that children are placed in safe, nurturing, and supportive environments, while advocating for their well-being and rights.
Families United Network is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Expected Hours: 40 Per Week
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In Person
Salary : $4,500 - $5,000
