Foster Care Coordinator
Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services, and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma‑informed and evidence‑based/evidence‑informed with the intention of building resilience in clients (ages 0‑18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity.
About the role
As a Foster Care Coordinator in the South Carolina Foster Care department, you will play a critical role in ensuring the success and stability of foster placements by supporting both the youth and the caregivers. You’ll also help increase visibility and awareness of the foster care program by assisting with administrative tasks, engaging in marketing and outreach efforts, and enhancing the program’s social media presence.
Responsibilities
- Conducting home visits
- Providing case management and support to foster families
- Coordinating services
- Managing documentation and compliance tasks
- Collaborating with internal staff and community partners
- Developing content or materials for outreach
- Engaging with the community to recruit and support new foster homes
Schedule
- Flexibility required; some evenings or weekends may be needed based on family needs, events, or outreach opportunities
- Participation in an on‑call weekend rotation to provide 24/7 support and coverage for foster families in the Greenville area
Pay
Starting Pay Range: $21‑$22.12 hourly
Benefits
- 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays
- Health, Dental, Vision, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability and Life insurance options
- 401K Match
- Education Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus
- Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
- Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
- Paid time off for volunteering in the community
- Free EAP services
- Mileage Reimbursement
- iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
- Multiple opportunities for growth
Requirements
- Valid Driver License and meet any credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as it pertains to the department
- Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Meets designation as a Qualified Professional in SC
- Pass a drug screening test
- Extensive background check required
- Ability to work primarily with clients in Greenville, SC
- Passion for working with youth & adolescents
- Desire to make an impact on the lives of others
- Alignment with values: Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, Integrity