Foster Care Case Manager

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus

KVC Missouri Community Based Services Location

Hillsboro, MO - primarily field-based work, with 1-3 days in office for supervision and meetings.

Pay

• $43,500-$46,000 annually Job Summary
• The Foster Care Case Manager offers case management services to children and their families placed in out-of-home care through the court system.
• They're tasked with creating and executing permanency plans for children under the custody of the Children’s Division.
• The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding of working with children, coupled with excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills.

If you have a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children in need, this is an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field.

Qualifications

• Prior experience of working with children is essential. While experience in foster care or child welfare is advantageous, it is not mandatory
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups.
• Critical thinking skills to assess situations and make informed decisions in the best interest of the child.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in the field of child welfare.
• Commitment to the well-being and positive development of children.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• 403b with company match
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000.00
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness benefits like health screenings, & mental health support

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

If you are a compassionate and caring individual who is looking for a rewarding career in the mental health/social services field, then we encourage you to apply.

To learn more about this position or to apply, please visit our website at www.kvc.org/jobs.

We hope you will consider joining our team!