Case Manager/Social Worker

Lutheran Family And Childrens Services Of Missouri·Columbia, Missouri

$45,000 - $47,000/yrFull Time Hybrid 2-5 yrsPosted 2 days ago

Practice for this role

Case Manager/Social Worker · $45,000 - $47,000/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-39% vs. median posted salary for behavioral health roles in Columbia, Missouri ($74,000, n=42)

81 similar openings in the Columbia area · median $76,000

$31,620 · lowesthighest · $350,000

this role: $45,000median $74,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 42 posted behavioral health roles in Columbia, Missouri salarys. This role sits in the 14th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 39% below the Columbia, Missouri median for behavioral health roles.

The Case Manager will coordinate and provide client-centered care, including pregnancy counseling, parenting education, and post-adoption support. They are responsible for creating service plans, advocating for clients, and responding to crisis situations in a timely manner.

Join Our Legacy of Impact – Make a Real Difference Every Day!

At Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS), we have a 157-year history of empowering children and families to overcome life’s toughest challenges. When you join our team, you’re becoming a part of a mission that transforms lives and builds brighter futures—now and for generations to come.

Why LFCS? • Meaningful Work

Your efforts will directly help shape a better world for those who need it most.

Impactful

Mission: Join a team dedicated to creating safety and stability for kids across Missouri.

Legacy of

Change: Be part of an organization that creates a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Your Role

Coordinate and provide care to clients that are safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and client-centered.

Provide case management, pregnancy counseling, parenting and adoption education, community education and outreach, and post-adoption support for birth parents.

Create a service plan in conjunction with the client to develop goals and objectives that are consistent with what the client wishes to accomplish.

Counsel, advocate, and teach clients the skills identified in their service plan face to face in home or virtually.

Respond to client’s crisis situations within program parameters in a timely manner according to program protocols.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or other Human Behavior Science.

Candidate must be a licensed driver with access to dependable personal transportation and auto insurance

Passion for making a difference and supporting families through life’s challenges.

Preferred 2 years experience with Child Welfare, Adoption, Foster Care, Community Resources or Care Coordinator.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a human behavior science field and possess a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. A minimum of two years of experience in child welfare, adoption, or foster care is preferred.

bachelor degree
postgraduate degree
Care coordination
Crisis intervention
Case management
Service planning
Community outreach
Client advocacy
Child welfare
Parenting education
Foster care
Adoption education
Pregnancy counseling

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $45,000 - $47,000/yr
Location: Columbia, Missouri
Posted: Sep 14, 2026
Application: Employer website

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