FOSTER CARE CASEWORKER in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital

Join KidsPeace today! Seeking a dedicated and compassionate Foster Care Caseworker to join our team.

Our Mission: To give hope, help, and healing to children, adults and those who love them.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous PTO including floating holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• FSA Account
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Options
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training, development opportunities, and clear career pathways
• Supportive Culture: A collaborative, respectful, and compassionate team environment
• Work/ Life Balance: Autonomy and independence; flexibility in scheduling to support work/life balance

Position Summary:

Foster Care Caseworker

Program: Pennsylvania Foster Care and Community Programs, [Office]

KidsPeace invites you to join our mission-driven team of professionals who provide hope, help, and healing to children, adults and those who love them. The KidsPeace foster care program serves children aged 0-21 in local foster homes.

Essential Responsibilities:

The Caseworker plans, coordinates, and implements the service plans for children on their caseload:

• Autonomously and independently assist with the placement of children in foster homes; schedule regular, ongoing visits to each assigned foster home to supervise, support, motivate, and reinforce foster parents’ work with the children. Assure the children are safe in the foster home.
• Act as a child advocate and liaison with other professional service providers in the community and within the KidsPeace organization.
• Prepare and complete all documentation, reports, and additional file requirements for children and foster parents as per program policy and state mandated regulations.
• Assist with each child's reunification efforts or the attainment of permanency goals; attend and testify at court reviews.
• Participate in the on-call rotation with responsibility for independently responding to crisis and emergency placement situations during non-routine business hours.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field required
• 1-2 years experience in the child welfare system preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle, able to work independently in the field
• Must be at least 21 years of age

About Us:

KidsPeace is a private charity committed to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have provided psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment, accredited educational programs, and foster care services. Our culture is rooted in compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a dedication to providing hope and healing.

Check us out!

http://www.kidspeace.org/ | http://www.fostercare.com/ | http://teencentral.com/

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