Study Specialist; Contractor

Join Our Legacy of Impact – Make a Real Difference Every Day!

At Lutheran Family and Children's Services (LFCS), we have a 157-year history of empowering children and families to overcome life's toughest challenges. When you join our team, you're becoming a part of a mission that transforms lives and builds brighter futures—now and for generations to come.

Why LFCS?

• Meaningful Work:
  Your efforts will directly help shape a better world for those who need it most.
• Impactful Mission:
  Join a team dedicated to creating safety and stability for kids across Missouri.
• A Legacy of Change:
  Be part of an organization that creates a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Your Role:

• Complete assessments to determine if applicants can be approved as a foster care or adoptive placement for children.
• Responsible for completing required documentation and home assessment in an accurate and timely manner.
• Representing LFCS in a positive manner with agency partners and in the community.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelors Degree in a relevant field (Social Work, Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Counseling or other Human Behavior Science) with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
• Master's Degree in a relevant field preferred. (Social Work, Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Counseling or other Human Behavior Science etc.)
• A mission driven individual, who fully embraces and models LFCS values and can forge a mutually respectful partnership with team members.
• Organized, independent, team player, proactive & takes initiative

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.