Foster & Adoption Caseworker - Licensing & Family Support | Dubuque, Iowa

Family Resources•Dubuque, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Family Resources is hiring a full-time Foster & Adoption Caseworker - Licensing/Support based in its Dubuque, Iowa office. The role supports foster, adoptive, pre-adoptive, kinship, and guardianship families throughout licensing, preparation, placement, and permanency. The caseworker builds trusting relationships with children and caregivers, helps families identify needs and access resources, provides in-home support and crisis response, and assists with transitions such as adoption and guardianship. The position collaborates with Health and Human Services, Juvenile Court Services, agency colleagues, and community partners. It also involves maintaining timely case documentation and traveling throughout Dubuque and surrounding communities to meet families and attend meetings. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and nonexempt/hourly, with primarily daytime weekday hours and flexibility to meet client needs. Pay is $21.80 per hour, approximately $45,344 per year.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field.
At least 1 year of related experience.
Valid driver's license in good standing.
Appropriate auto insurance.
Ability to pass a motor vehicle record background check.
Compassionate, dependable, collaborative, and self-reflective approach.
Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
Passion for helping children and families thrive.

Responsibilities

Support families through foster and adoption licensing, preparation, home studies, and permanency services.
Develop trusting relationships with children and caregivers and provide individualized support.
Partner with families to identify needs, resources, and strategies for navigating challenges.
Provide in-home support and crisis response to help families maintain stability and prevent placement disruptions.
Help families access education, training, community resources, and support groups.
Collaborate with Health and Human Services, Juvenile Court Services, Foster & Adoption team members, and community partners.
Help families navigate placement, adoption, guardianship, and other permanency transitions.
Maintain timely documentation, case records, and required information using established procedures.
Travel throughout Dubuque and surrounding communities to meet families, attend meetings, and provide support.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, with Family Resources covering most of the premium.
Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
Short-term disability coverage.
Flexible PTO with rollover opportunities.
12 paid holidays.
401(k) with a 50% match on contributions up to 10%.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Pet insurance options.
$25 monthly cell phone reimbursement.
$0.50 mileage reimbursement per mile.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.
Eight weeks of paid longevity leave after 10 years of full-time employment, without using regular PTO.