Foster Care Specialist- Greenville

About the role

At Methodist Home for Children, Foster Care Specialists play a critical role in helping children and families navigate some of life's most challenging transitions. You'll work directly with foster families, birth families, community partners, and child welfare professionals to ensure children have the support, advocacy, and stability they need to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Providing case management and family-centered services to children and families
• Serving as a coach and advocate for foster parents
• Partnering with DSS, schools, therapists, medical providers, and court personnel
• Developing service plans and helping families work toward reunification and permanency goals
• Advocating for children's educational, medical, behavioral health, and developmental needs
• Maintaining timely documentation and compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements
• Participating in foster parent recruitment, training, and support efforts
• Providing after-hours support on a rotating basis, with team backup available

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or a related field
• Two or more years of experience in child welfare, foster care, family preservation, case management, mental health, juvenile justice, or related human services work
• Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a social worker in North Carolina
• Experience working with children in foster care or similar settings
• Knowledge of child welfare laws and regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Skills

• Strong case management and family-centered services skills
• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Company-paid $75,000 life insurance
• Flexible spending account options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for career growth within a respected child-serving organization

Pay

Starting at $45,000+ (based on education and experience)

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of children and families

Equal Opportunity Employer

Methodist Home for Children is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone belongs.

Apply Now

If you're looking for a career where your experience can create lasting change, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help build brighter futures for children and families across North Carolina.