What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Care Caseworker position at Glove House Inc?
Glove House is seeking a Foster Care Worker who will work closely with the Foster Care Department, contracting County Department of Social Services, and family members to successfully carry out the Foster Care Caseworker portion of contract requirements and further, to help carry out the recruitment and retention plan. The Foster Care Caseworker is particularly responsible for providing Foster Care Case Management and (as defined by the contract) may be required to assess client and family needs and complete or participate in a visitation plan, safety plan, treatment plan, and discharge plan.
Overall, the Foster Care Caseworker contributes to Glove House's high-performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that keep Glove House as the premier provider of child, family, and behavioral health solutions.
Primary Job Functions
Provide foster parent recruitment and retention services and overall support of foster parents meeting training and licensure/re-licensure requirements. The Foster Care Caseworker provides assessments, coordinates, and implements the services identified for the foster home or program guidelines while upholding the Glove House Standard of Care.
safely performs all work tasks.
Is guided by organizational values and trauma-informed practice in all interactions.
Demonstrates understanding of the four dimensions of safety and can identify gaps.
Treats all children, families, staff, and ancillary providers with respect and courtesy.
Demonstrates and models sensitivity to the cultural background of children, families, and co-workers.
Assures job-related activities are following Glove House policies and procedures, OCFS, State and federal regulations, relevant professional associations, ethical standards, accreditation standards, and the law.
Perform Foster Care Case Management as defined by the County Contract (may include assessments, treatment plans, visitation plans, safety plans, discharge plans, monthly foster youth visitation, facilitating visitation, etc.)
Provide transportation to clients to/from schools, appointments, and visitation or arrange transportation to appointments, community agencies, etc. as needed.
Provide case management services including referrals, connections, and links; coordinate services with other professionals and paraprofessionals and liaise with outside social service agencies and other organizations, where appropriate.
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Education, Licenses, and Certifications:
All degrees must be from an accredited university
Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience
Minimum 3 years’ experience working with children and families in residential, group, or counseling child welfare capacity.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.