Cowlitz County - Behavior Case Aide

Fosterful is hiring a compassionate and reliable Case Aide to support children and caregivers in the foster care system. This role focuses on providing trauma-informed, hands‑on support to help foster families succeed. The ideal candidate is flexible, solution‑focused, and passionate about making a difference. As a Case Aide, you will provide personalized support aligned with our mission and values.

• Provide in‑home support and supervision to children and youth in foster care to help keep them safe.
• Model positive behavior and help manage challenging behaviors.
• Help children build social, emotional, and daily living skills.

• Work with foster parents to support children with higher behavioral needs.
• Help caregivers learn and use positive behavior strategies.
• Support healthy connections with caregivers, family members, and cultural supports.

• Transport children safely to appointments and activities.
• Help families connect to community resources and services.
• Follow and carry out the Caregiver Support Plan.

• Complete required documentation, case notes, reports, and time tracking on time.
• Follow all organization and state guidelines, including mandatory reporting.
• Work closely with team members, social workers, and community partners.
• Attend supervision, meetings, and trainings.

• Work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends when needed.
• Help cover for team members when needed.

Attend community events to support Fosterful’s mission.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field
• Six months of documented experience directly working with children and families in daycare, school, residential care, or community service organization settings
• Demonstrated knowledge of child safety
• Effective problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Knowledge of basic child development and milestones
• Effective interpersonal communication.
• Proven ability to record and submit timely documentation

• High school diploma or GED + 24 months of childcare experience or
• Bachelor's degree + 6 months of childcare experience
• Understanding of trauma‑informed care and positive behavior support
• Strong communication skills and professional boundaries

• Valid Washington driver’s licence, reliable vehicle, and auto insurance
• Pass required background checks
• Ability to obtain First Aid, CPR, and BBP certifications

• Part‑time to full‑time hours based on caseload needs and employee availability
• Flexible schedule (evenings/weekends as needed)
• Ability to safely transport children
• Must have the physical ability to stay active with children, including running, playing, and lifting children in and out of car seats

• Basic computer skills and timely documentation
• Organized, dependable, and able to work independently or on a team
• Patient, calm, and aligned with Fosterful’s mission
• Regular evening work is required to support family needs and attend events. Flex time may be used if working outside regular hours. This is primarily a field‑based position. When not in the field, the Case Aide will work in the Fosterful Office with remote work options after onboarding.
• Successful candidates must agree to a set schedule and onsite work for their first 3 months before changing shifts or working remotely.

• Comprehensive training and certification
• Health reimbursement up to $450 per month
• 10 hours of PTO earned per month
• Holiday pay
• Sick leave accrued per Washington State law (1 hour per 40 hours worked)
• Company iPhone and iPad provided
• Parking and mileage reimbursment