About the role

  • Foster Care Case Manager at Smoky Mountain Children’s Home advocating for at-risk youth in Blount County. Building relationships, coordinating services, and ensuring appropriate care for children.

Responsibilities

  • Represent the best interests of youth at court hearings, school meetings, and child/family team meetings.
  • Provide weekly direct casework services, building relationships with the youth on your caseload.
  • Develop and implement treatment plans and conduct intake studies to ensure every child receives the right level of care.
  • Arrange monthly family visits, monitor educational progress and school attendance, and coordinate medical and therapeutic services.
  • Maintain precise, up-to-date case records and prepare monthly progress reports for families and referring agencies.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology) or Education is required.
  • Ability to collaborate with a dedicated team of advocates and accept professional supervision.
  • Must pass an extensive background check and drug screen.
  • Ability to handle the physical requirements of the role (standing, climbing stairs, lifting up to 40 lbs) and the emotional weight of child welfare.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (Sponsorship not available).

Benefits

  • 100% paid medical coverage option and a paid life insurance policy.
  • Set your own schedule based on the needs of your youth.
  • Paid vacation (including major holidays), sick leave, personal days, and bereavement.
  • $50/month cell phone stipend (or work phone) and mileage reimbursement.
  • Mileage reimbursement at the full IRS business rate (currently $.0725 per mile) to cover gas and vehicle wear.
  • Paid comprehensive training to ensure your success.

Job title

Foster Care Case Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$31,700 - $36,200 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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