Foster Care Support Specialist

Texas Family Initiative LLC • Brownwood, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Foster Care Support Specialist provides aftercare case management and support services to children and families following foster care discharge. The role supports children, youth, and families for at least six months after discharge and involves community-based work with travel, as well as office and field work.

The position includes developing aftercare plans, supporting kinship caregivers, assisting youth who are transitioning to independent living, providing parenting education, coordinating community resources, maintaining documentation, and ensuring continuity of services. The stated average hourly pay is $16.63, including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, and shift differential.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Valid driver's license.
• Case management skills.
• Family support and advocacy skills.
• Service coordination skills.
• Documentation and reporting skills.
• Communication and teamwork skills.
• Cultural responsiveness.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two years of child and family services experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop aftercare plans for children and families following foster care discharge.
• Support kinship caregivers.
• Assist youth transitioning to independent living.
• Provide parenting education.
• Coordinate community resources.
• Maintain documentation and reporting.
• Ensure service continuity for at least six months post-discharge.
• Provide community-based support to children, youth, and families, including travel and office and field work.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work capabilities.
• 20 days of personal leave in the first year, increasing to 25 days after one year.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Competitive pay.
• Longevity bonus.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated, mission-driven team.

What This Job Offers

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