Foster Care Case Planner - Sullivan

Children • Monticello, NY

5d

About The Position

As a Case Planner, you will serve as a vital liaison, offering support to families with children in foster care, with the aim of promoting family reunification and achieving lasting permanency. You will create and implement service plans by identifying resources and making referrals, while collaborating with children, families, foster families, custodial agencies, and service providers. You will use health management reporting systems to ensure documentation is completed regularly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in child welfare and/or foster care is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with neighboring departments of social services and other community providers and agencies.
• Work effectively with biological families and foster families.
• Assess the needs of children ages 0–21 and refer them to appropriate services.
• Ensure required documentation is completed on time.
• Conduct monthly home visits with clients.
• Supervise visitation and transportation of assigned clients.
• Work collaboratively as a team member.

Benefits

• Student loan and tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Professional development opportunities
• Agency-paid CEUs, license preparation course, and license exam
• 403(b) retirement plan with 6% employer contribution
• PTO and 9 paid holidays
• Childcare reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level