Foster Care Case Manager
Posted 138ds ago
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Job Description
Foster Care Case Manager supporting at-risk youth in Cookeville, TN. Advocating and navigating resources for children working towards a brighter future.
Responsibilities:
- Represent the best interests of youth at court hearings, school meetings, and child/family team meetings.
- Provide weekly direct casework services, building relationships with the youth on your caseload.
- Develop and implement treatment plans and conduct intake studies to ensure every child receives the right level of care.
- Arrange monthly family visits, monitor educational progress and school attendance, and coordinate medical and therapeutic services.
- Maintain precise, up-to-date case records and prepare monthly progress reports for families and referring agencies.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology) or Education is required.
- Ability to collaborate with a dedicated team of advocates and accept professional supervision.
- Must pass an extensive background check and drug screen.
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the role (standing, climbing stairs, lifting up to 40 lbs) and the emotional weight of child welfare.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (Sponsorship not available).
Benefits:
- 100% paid medical coverage option and a paid life insurance policy.
- Paid vacation (including major holidays), sick leave, personal days, and bereavement.
- $50/month cell phone stipend (or work phone) and mileage reimbursement.
- Mileage reimbursement at the full IRS business rate (currently $.0725 per mile) to cover gas and vehicle wear.
- Paid comprehensive training to ensure your success.


















