Foster Care Case Manager
Smoky Mountain Children's Home
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Sevierville • Tennessee • United States
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Salary
💰 $31,700 - $36,200 per year
About the role
- 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.
- Set your own schedule based on the needs of your youth.
- 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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
casework servicestreatment plansintake studiescase recordsprogress reports
Soft Skills
collaborationrelationship buildingprofessional supervisionemotional resilience
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral SciencesBachelor’s degree in Social WorkBachelor’s degree in PsychologyBachelor’s degree in SociologyBachelor’s degree in Education