Foster Care Specialist
Bethany Christian Services
- Savannah, GA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide case management services as defined by program expectations and guidelines, to include social work, treatment of clients, and coordinate community referrals;
- Ensure the child's safety while in care;
- Coordinate intake and initial placement to all newly referred cases;
- Maintain regular contact with foster families and provide professional assistance to help resolve problems regarding care and supervision of any child placed in the home;
- Administer and maintain case files and documentation within the appropriate database in a timely manner based on guidelines and procedures set forth;
- Develop Individual Service Plans (ISPs) with the foster parent, client, case manager, birth family (when applicable) and supervisor in accordance with program timeframes;
- Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, to review case plan and direction and to evaluate client participation and progress;
- Successful meet the reporting guidelines set forth by the agency and funding entity;
- Attend and be prepared for all court hearings that occur on assigned cases;
- Administer supportive social services to child, birth family, and foster family during initial placement and replacement;
- Participate in the rotating on-call schedule, as needed;
- Attend internal and external training and apply newly gained knowledge in providing services;
- Keep abreast of community resources and refer families for support, as needed;
- Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- Master's level degree in Social Work or related Human Service field of study from an accredited
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Demonstrates excellent assessment, therapeutic and crisis intervention skills;
- Must exhibit an ability to apply the principles of logic and critical thinking with problem solving;
- Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service;
- Must be reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks;
- Exercise a high level of confidentiality;
- Work well under pressure and adaptable to change;
- Must be able and willing to work some evenings and weekends as needed;
- Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
- Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
- Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
- Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith and Mission Statement.