Foster Care Case Manager

Families United Network • Scranton, PA

32d • Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference in the Lives of Children and Families Are you passionate about helping children and families navigate challenging circumstances? As a Case Manager with Families United Network, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, advocate for children, connect families with resources, and help create safe and supportive environments where children can thrive. If you’re compassionate, organized, resourceful, and enjoy work that is both challenging and rewarding, this could be the opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Ability to meet current Pennsylvania legal and regulatory requirements.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• Ability to obtain required PA Child Abuse, PA State Police, and PA FBI clearances.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being an effective member of a team.
• Compassion and respect for the diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds of the children and families we serve.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, as well as stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday.
• Employees must be able to lift and carry up to 10–15 pounds and operate standard office equipment and technology.
• Clear communication in person, by phone, and electronically is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred, particularly in social work or a related field.
• Two years of experience working with children and/or families preferred.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, supportive relationships with children and families.
• Advocating for children and helping ensure their needs are addressed.
• Coordinating services and resources, including medical, educational, behavioral, recreational, and community supports.
• Developing and monitoring plans related to family visits, reunification, placement, and permanency.
• Communicating with families, schools, service providers, referring agencies, and other professionals.
• Attending court hearings, meetings, trainings, conferences, and other required activities.
• Coordinating transportation and, when appropriate, transporting children and families.
• Completing timely, accurate, and comprehensive documentation and reports.
• Responding to challenges with creativity, problem-solving, and resourcefulness.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance — employee premiums fully paid
• HRA — employer contribution covers $4,500 of the $5,000 deductible
• 4% 401(k) Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• PTO — up to 17 days per year
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Birthday Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree