Foster Care Case Manager- Jefferson County
Archdiocese of St. Louis3 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeEntry
Summary
Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Foster Care Case Manager for Jefferson County to provide case management services to children and families in the custody of the state agency, focusing on permanency, safety, and well-being.
About the Role
As a Foster Care Case Manager, you will be responsible for connecting children with families and ensuring that families remain connected. You will provide case management services in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church, demonstrating a commitment to the welfare of children and families.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program of Social Work, Counseling or Psychology and two (2) years of related experience, or a Master’s degree from an accredited program of Social Work, Counseling or Psychology.
- Working knowledge of community resources.
- Understanding of juvenile court processes and Missouri child welfare laws and practices, as well as federal child welfare laws including ICPC, ASFA, ICWA, MEPA, and Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008.
- An understanding of family systems, the impact of abuse and neglect, substance abuse, mental illness, poverty, grief and loss, and trauma on children and their families.
- Successfully complete basic Child Welfare Practice Training.
Archdiocese of St. Louis
As Catholics in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, in communion with the Bishop of Rome, we are called by our Lord Jesus Christ to be His Church and live His Gospel. With joy, we strive to fulfill our Baptismal calling by prayer and worship, teaching and sharing our faith, serving others, and fostering unity in diversity. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to the responsible stewardship of all God's gifts.
St Louis, MO