FOSTER CARE CASE MANAGER
Lutheran Services Carolinas
Remote friendly (Charlotte, North Carolina, United States)
Full-time
1 hour ago
Bachelor's
Master's
$48,000 - $50,000 USD yearly
Job Details: Job Location: LSC Charlotte - Child and Family Services - Charlotte, NC, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $48000.00 - $50000.00Salary, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: First Shift,
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Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals and communities across North and South Carolina. Founded in 1960, LSC provides a wide range of services for children, families, and seniors through compassionate care, innovative programs, and community partnerships. Guided by a commitment to dignity, respect, and service, LSC strives to empower those we serve and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
LSC's Foster Care Department is seeking a full-time Foster Care Case Manager to serve the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
What We Offer
Full-time
$48,000 - $50,000 annually
Remote/Hybrid position
Monday-Friday, first shift
Bi-weekly pay
Gas mileage reimbursement
Monthly rotational on-call stipend
Additional $2.00 per hour if teammate opts out of benefits
Benefit eligibility begins after 30 days
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO, and more
Free medical insurance option ($0 premium)
Career Advancement Opportunities
Tuition Assistance and Scholarship Opportunities
Position Summary
The Foster Care Case Manager is responsible for coordinating services and providing behavioral intervention support for youth in foster care. This position works closely with youth, foster parents, caregivers, and members of the treatment team to provide ongoing support, promote placement stability, and help youth achieve positive outcomes.
The Foster Care Case Manager also supports foster families through assessment, training, licensing, consultation, and ongoing supervision as applicable to the program.
Essential Responsibilities
Plan and supervise foster care placements for youth and families.
Facilitate placement goals and desired outcomes in collaboration with the treatment and placement team.
Develop, implement, and monitor behavioral intervention treatment plans.
Monitor youth progress and maintain documentation according to program and regulatory requirements.
Support transition and discharge planning for youth.
Maintain accurate youth and foster parent records in accordance with state, federal, contractual, and program requirements.
Assist with recruiting, assessing, training, and licensing therapeutic and non-therapeutic foster homes.
Support foster parents in addressing challenging behaviors and maintaining successful placements.
Partner with teammates to identify appropriate placement matches for youth and foster families.
Complete required placement, attendance, clinical, and contractual documentation.
Conduct foster care reviews and annual evaluations of licensed foster parents as required.
Provide ongoing support, consultation, and supervision to therapeutic foster parents as applicable.
Facilitate foster parent support groups and ongoing training when applicable.
Collaborate with foster parents and therapists to address concerns and reduce the risk of placement disruption.
Provide rotational on-call support to foster families.
Build positive relationships with referral sources and community partners.
Connect youth and families with appropriate community services and resources.
Facilitate child and family team meetings and maintain required service plans.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Candidates must meet one of the following:
Bachelor's degree in a human services-related field and at least two years of experience with the population served; or
Bachelor's degree in a non-human services field and at least five years of experience with the population served; or
Master's degree in a human services-related field and at least one year of child welfare experience.
Skills & Abilities
Strong case management and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively.
Strong group and team facilitation skills.
Experience completing assessments and developing behavioral treatment plans.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Ability to maintain detailed and accurate documentation.
Knowledge of family systems, child development, attachment theory, behavior management, and child welfare practices.
Knowledge of state, community, and agency resources related to foster care.
Ability to work effectively with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
Flexibility to participate in a rotational on-call schedule.
Additional Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license required.
Reliable transportation required.
Ability to travel throughout the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
Working Conditions
Remote/Hybrid work environment.
Regular travel throughout the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
Monday-Friday, first shift with flexible hours.
Rotational on-call responsibilities.
Ability to navigate homes and community locations, including stairs.
Ability to bend, stoop, and reach overhead.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Why Join Lutheran Services Carolinas?
At LSC, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. As a Foster Care Case Manager, you'll help youth receive the stability, support, and resources they need while partnering with foster families to create safe, nurturing environments.
If you're passionate about child welfare, relationship building, and helping children and families thrive, we encourage you to apply today!
Work Arrangement: Remote/Hybrid
Service Area: Charlotte and surrounding communities
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, flexible first-shift hours
Salary: $48,000 - $50,000 annually
Lutheran Services Carolinas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications:
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Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals and communities across North and South Carolina. Founded in 1960, LSC provides a wide range of services for children, families, and seniors through compassionate care, innovative programs, and community partnerships. Guided by a commitment to dignity, respect, and service, LSC strives to empower those we serve and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
LSC's Foster Care Department is seeking a full-time Foster Care Case Manager to serve the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
What We Offer
Full-time
$48,000 - $50,000 annually
Remote/Hybrid position
Monday-Friday, first shift
Bi-weekly pay
Gas mileage reimbursement
Monthly rotational on-call stipend
Additional $2.00 per hour if teammate opts out of benefits
Benefit eligibility begins after 30 days
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO, and more
Free medical insurance option ($0 premium)
Career Advancement Opportunities
Tuition Assistance and Scholarship Opportunities
Position Summary
The Foster Care Case Manager is responsible for coordinating services and providing behavioral intervention support for youth in foster care. This position works closely with youth, foster parents, caregivers, and members of the treatment team to provide ongoing support, promote placement stability, and help youth achieve positive outcomes.
The Foster Care Case Manager also supports foster families through assessment, training, licensing, consultation, and ongoing supervision as applicable to the program.
Essential Responsibilities
Plan and supervise foster care placements for youth and families.
Facilitate placement goals and desired outcomes in collaboration with the treatment and placement team.
Develop, implement, and monitor behavioral intervention treatment plans.
Monitor youth progress and maintain documentation according to program and regulatory requirements.
Support transition and discharge planning for youth.
Maintain accurate youth and foster parent records in accordance with state, federal, contractual, and program requirements.
Assist with recruiting, assessing, training, and licensing therapeutic and non-therapeutic foster homes.
Support foster parents in addressing challenging behaviors and maintaining successful placements.
Partner with teammates to identify appropriate placement matches for youth and foster families.
Complete required placement, attendance, clinical, and contractual documentation.
Conduct foster care reviews and annual evaluations of licensed foster parents as required.
Provide ongoing support, consultation, and supervision to therapeutic foster parents as applicable.
Facilitate foster parent support groups and ongoing training when applicable.
Collaborate with foster parents and therapists to address concerns and reduce the risk of placement disruption.
Provide rotational on-call support to foster families.
Build positive relationships with referral sources and community partners.
Connect youth and families with appropriate community services and resources.
Facilitate child and family team meetings and maintain required service plans.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Candidates must meet one of the following:
Bachelor's degree in a human services-related field and at least two years of experience with the population served; or
Bachelor's degree in a non-human services field and at least five years of experience with the population served; or
Master's degree in a human services-related field and at least one year of child welfare experience.
Skills & Abilities
Strong case management and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively.
Strong group and team facilitation skills.
Experience completing assessments and developing behavioral treatment plans.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Ability to maintain detailed and accurate documentation.
Knowledge of family systems, child development, attachment theory, behavior management, and child welfare practices.
Knowledge of state, community, and agency resources related to foster care.
Ability to work effectively with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
Flexibility to participate in a rotational on-call schedule.
Additional Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license required.
Reliable transportation required.
Ability to travel throughout the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
Working Conditions
Remote/Hybrid work environment.
Regular travel throughout the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
Monday-Friday, first shift with flexible hours.
Rotational on-call responsibilities.
Ability to navigate homes and community locations, including stairs.
Ability to bend, stoop, and reach overhead.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Why Join Lutheran Services Carolinas?
At LSC, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. As a Foster Care Case Manager, you'll help youth receive the stability, support, and resources they need while partnering with foster families to create safe, nurturing environments.
If you're passionate about child welfare, relationship building, and helping children and families thrive, we encourage you to apply today!
Work Arrangement: Remote/Hybrid
Service Area: Charlotte and surrounding communities
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, flexible first-shift hours
Salary: $48,000 - $50,000 annually
Lutheran Services Carolinas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications:
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Hybrid
$48,000 - $50,000 USD yearly