Foster Care Case Aid

Lutheran Family And Childrens Services Of Missouri • Olivette, MO

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About The Position

Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and organized Foster Care Case Aid to join its Child Welfare team. The role provides essential support services to children and families involved in the foster care system, helping promote safety and stability for children across Missouri.

The Case Aid provides child welfare services and conducts visits with individuals, families, and groups, including birth, foster, and adoptive families, in accordance with agency policies and procedures. The position also monitors and supervises family visits, documents observations and services, communicates client interactions and progress to the assigned supervisor, transports youth to agency-related activities, and assists Case Managers and Supervisors with case-related tasks.

LFCS describes its work as part of a 157-year history of empowering children and families and transforming lives. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable, insured automobile that meets state and agency requirements.
• Compassion, empathy, and a commitment to supporting children and families.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in human services or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working with children and/or families.

Responsibilities

• Provide child welfare services and conduct client visits with individuals, families, and groups, including birth, foster, and adoptive families, in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Monitor and supervise family visitation in home, office, and community-based settings to ensure the safety and well-being of participants.
• Document observations and maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records of visits and services provided.
• Communicate and report client interactions and progress to the assigned supervisor.
• Transport youth to and from family visits, appointments, and other agency-related activities.
• Assist Case Managers and Supervisors with case-related tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED