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Job Title: Foster Care Treatment Consultant
Location: New Bern, North Carolina (Community-Based)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $45,000
Date Posted: 07/30/2026
About the Role
We’re hiring a Foster Care Treatment Consultant to support therapeutic foster care services across North Carolina. In this role, you’ll ensure that treatment and permanency planning services are delivered through a person- and family-centered approach. You’ll work closely with foster families, youth, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote healing, stability, and long-term success. This position is ideal for professionals passionate about improving outcomes for children and families in foster care.
Responsibilities
● Coordinate and oversee individualized therapeutic care and permanency planning for foster youth
● Provide guidance and support to foster parents and treatment teams
● Conduct home visits and ensure compliance with licensing and treatment standards
● Facilitate team meetings to develop and monitor individualized service plans
● Collaborate with state agencies, case managers, and community partners to ensure coordinated care
● Maintain accurate documentation and reports in accordance with agency and state requirements
● Travel frequently to meet clients and families (approximately 70% of the time)
Required Qualifications
● Master’s degree in a Human Services field with at least one (1) year of full-time, post-graduate MH/DD/SA experience with the population served
or
● Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field with at least two (2) years of full-time, post-bachelor’s degree MH/DD/SA experience with the population served
● Licensed, provisionally licensed, certified, registered, or permitted by the governing board regulating a human service profession in North Carolina (excluding RNs licensed by the NC Board of Nursing)
Preferred Qualifications
● Experience providing treatment and permanency planning for foster youth
● Strong organizational, communication, and crisis management skills
Compensation & Benefits
Full-time Employees:
● Paid vacation days (increases with tenure)
● Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
● Up to 10 paid holidays*
● Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
● DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday*
● Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
All Employees:
● 401(k) retirement plan
● Free licensure supervision
● Pet insurance
● Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
● Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
● Mileage reimbursement
● Cell phone stipend
(*Benefits may vary by state or county)
Work Location
Community-Based, North Carolina
[Insert specific county or region if applicable]
Employment Type
Full-time
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about helping children and families achieve stability and permanency through therapeutic foster care, click “Apply Now” to join Clarvida’s team.
About Clarvida
Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, supporting communities across multiple states. We specialize in integrated, person-centered care and collaborate with families and local systems to deliver outcome-driven mental health services.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Salary : $45,000