What are the responsibilities and job description for the FOSTER CARE CASEWORKER position at KidsPeace?
Position: Foster Care Caseworker
Program: Pennsylvania Foster Care and Community Programs, [Office]
KidsPeace invites you to join our mission-driven team of professionals who provide hope, help, and healing to children, adults and those who love them. The KidsPeace foster care program serves children aged 0-21 in local foster homes. The Caseworker plans, coordinates, and implements the service plans for children on their caseload:
- Autonomously and independently assist with the placement of children in foster homes; schedule regular, ongoing visits to each assigned foster home to supervise, support, motivate, and reinforce foster parents’ work with the children. Assure the children are safe in the foster home.
- Act as a child advocate and liaison with other professional service providers in the community and within the KidsPeace organization.
- Prepare and complete all documentation, reports, and additional file requirements for children and foster parents as per program policy and state mandated regulations.
- Assist with each child's reunification efforts or the attainment of permanency goals; attend and testify at court reviews.
- Participate in the on-call rotation with responsibility for independently responding to crisis and emergency placement situations during non-routine business hours.
The many benefits to joining the KidsPeace team include:
- The camaraderie, teamwork and support of working in a small office, combined with the resources and supports offered by a large multi-state organization
- Flexibility in scheduling to support work/life balance
- Regular supervision and helpful managers
- Comprehensive initial and ongoing training
- Tuition assistance when applicable
- Opportunity for professional growth
- Health and 403(b) benefits; generous PTO
- Travel reimbursement
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field
- 1-2 years experience in the child welfare system preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle, able to work independently in the field
- Must be 21
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