Foster Care Case Manager

About PCHAS

We are committed to supporting at‑risk children and families by providing tools and resources that prevent child abuse, neglect and abandonment. PCHAS is a Christian agency that offers Christ‑centered care and support to children and families in need.

Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services (PCHAS) operates 14 programs and services in 28 locations across Missouri, Texas and Louisiana. Our mission, “The PCHAS Way,” guides us to be strength‑focused, family‑centered and goal‑driven with every client.

Competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, medical, dental and vision insurance options, voluntary life insurance, paid holidays and a generous retirement plan (after one year of service and 1,000 hours, the agency matches an employee 200% up to a 3% retirement contribution).

The Foster Care Case Manager (FCCM) is responsible for the safety and services of children and families in foster care. Tasks include facilitating Family Support Team meetings, developing individualized care plans, coordinating services across settings, overseeing providers working in the home, school and community, and documenting support‑related activities. The FCCM promotes effective utilization of support services to achieve permanency for children and families.

• Follow all contractual and agency policies, procedures, and deliver services seamlessly to children and families.
• Maintain a caseload of 12 to 15 children, subject to program capacity and agency needs.
• Provide full case management services to children and families in the Missouri foster and adoptive care system from assignment until case closure or transfer.
• Document all activities and maintain data entry in FACES and CSWIS accurately and promptly.
• Maintain face‑to‑face contact with each assigned child and family at least monthly; make telephone contacts with family support providers regularly to review progress.
• Evaluate and report the impact of services to team members and the judiciary; attend all court hearings; schedule, coordinate and facilitate FST meetings within prescribed time frames.
• Participate in the FCCM consortium on‑call schedule as employee on call for PCHAS on a rotating basis.

CM must possess a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, education, criminal justice or a related human services field. A master’s degree is preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of relevant case management experience.

• Represent PCHAS to the professional community; strong verbal and written communication; ability to build and maintain positive community relationships with placement and treatment providers, schools and agency partners.
• Build rapport with children, parents and families; actively manage and resolve conflicts; excellent time management, organization, planning and assertive communication skills.
• Work a flexible schedule, including outside of normal working hours, and provide crisis intervention services as needed while maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA standards.
• Operate computer and standard office machines; navigate multiple data entry systems.
• Analyze variables and choose effective interventions; resolve problems, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure; demonstrate personal maturity and cultural competency.

Hold a valid driver’s license with a risk‑free driving record; willing to undergo initial and periodic background screenings; submit fingerprints; pass a pre‑employment drug screen and physical; maintain American Red Cross first aid and CPR certification at all times.

PCHAS is a faith‑based Christian organization that provides Christ‑centered care and support to children and families. We strive to serve like Jesus, meeting clients where they are, treating them with respect, focusing on strengths and encouraging future hope.

$43,000 – $47,000 yearly salary. $1,000 hiring bonus.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

Individual and Family Services

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