Foster Care Review Specialist

Foster Care Review Specialist (Open)

Are you a positive, caring, curious person with excellent writing, critical thinking, and communication skills? If YES, then a Foster Care Review Specialist position may be right for you! Look at what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays

• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately

• Military leave

• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• 79% employer paid health insurance plans

• Dental and vision insurance plans

• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government

• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State

• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service

• Training and Development based on your career aspirations

• Fun, inviting teammates

• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

• Reviews and analyzes documents and reports from multiple sources and independently gathers case information from case participants to ensure the facts stated support the case plans and ensure reasonable efforts are being made in the best interest of the child/youth.
• Reviews and analyzes data reports from multiple sources to monitor child/youth outcomes; address deficiencies; and provide recommendations to all stakeholders.
• Examines case information, court documents and discusses the case with all relevant stakeholders to determine whether the permanency planning function, safety of the child/youth, and the well-being of the child/youth is occurring by all of the legally responsible parties as required by State and federal law.
• Preparation of summary documentation based upon these examinations.
• Compiles relevant case information to be reviewed by each local FCRO board; professionally facilitates FCRO board meetings; and educate FCRO board members on key case issues.
• Documents each board's statutorily required findings and recommendations regarding each case by preparing a case history, summary of the permanency plan, and compilation of board comments, recommendations, and assessments.
• Creates a final report that is submitted to all legal parties on the case.
• Assesses and compiles statistical data to be used in a computerized tracking system for all children/youth cases reviewed.
• Advocates for the best interest and needs of children/youth through attending juvenile court proceedings and other collaborative meetings, through direct contact with legal parties to relate the board's concerns and/or recommendations, both at the individual case level and systemic level to provide testimony and other relevant information as needed.
• All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice or other closely related area AND two years of performing case management or case review functions OR a higher degree in a related field of study.

Other:
This position requires driving. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Work Schedule:

Monday
- Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with some evening meetings

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Nebraska's Child Welfare System
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.