KVC Health Systems·Lebanon, Missouri
The Case Manager provides services to children and families in out-of-home care through the court system. They are responsible for creating and executing permanency plans for children under the custody of the Children’s Division.
Lebanon, MO - primarily field-based work, with 1-3 days in office for supervision and meetings.
$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.
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field.
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!
A Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field is required. Prior experience working with children is essential, though specific foster care experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
Market context
Missouri foster care case manager roles often reflect steady demand from agencies supporting children and families, especially for candidates with human services experience. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field, plus at least two years of case management experience and a valid driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show direct case management, documentation, and family-support experience.
