Foster Care Case Manager
Children's Hope Alliance · Winston-Salem, NC · 5 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
What You’ll Do
- Serve as a trusted partner to children, foster families, and care teams—guiding them throughout the foster care journey
- Care for coordination of services, treatment planning, and resources to support each child’s unique needs
- Facilitate Child and Family Team Meetings and actively contribute to admission, treatment, and discharge planning
- Provide ongoing coaching, training, and hands-on support to foster parents
- Conduct regular in-home visits to assess strengths, address needs, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment
- Help families navigate behavioral challenges using proven models like the Teaching Family Model
- Maintain strong communication with biological families, social workers, and community partners
- Represent Children’s Hope Alliance in court hearings, treatment reviews, and external meetings
- Respond to urgent needs and provide crisis/on-call support when it matters most
- Keep accurate, timely documentation and case records using clinical management systems
- Monitor foster home compliance with licensing standards and conduct ongoing reviews
- Review medical administration records to ensure the safety and well-being of children
What Makes You a Great Fit
- You’re passionate about helping children and families succeed
- You build strong relationships and communicate with empathy and professionalism
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards
- You’re organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
- At least 2 years of experience working with children, families, or in a related human services role
- Qualified Professional (QP) designation (required)
- Ability to respond to urgent situations and participate in on-call rotation
Why Join Children’s Hope Alliance?
- Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real impact
- Collaborate with a supportive, purpose-driven team
- Gain ongoing professional development (24+ hours of annual training)
- Help shape brighter futures for children and families in your community
Pay
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Varies based on position and department
Benefits
Includes comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off