Foster Care Case Manager

KVC Health Systems Poplar Bluff, MO 63901, US

$43,000 - $46,000 / year

The Foster Care Case Manager (FCCM) is responsible for providing, coordinating, and facilitating all case management services necessary to support the permanency goal for children who have been placed in out-of-home care by the court system.

The FCCM will intervene on behalf of abused and neglected children, testify in court when required, collaborate with community members and other disciplines to deliver comprehensive services to families, and develop an implement permanency plans for children who are in the custody of children's division.

Location:

Poplar Bluff, MO

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science or related degree

Schedule:

Hybrid-Remote Flexibility: The majority of your tasks will occur remotely or in the field, with 1-3 days designated for in-office responsibilities.

Requirements:

Must be 21 years old to apply
Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required
Valid driver's license
Valid auto insurance.

Experience / Skills:

Experience working with children and families in a trauma informed environment.
FCCM I – Two (2) years related work experience.
FCCM II – Three (3) years related work experience or master’s degree in a related field.

About KVC

KVC Missouri is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families.

KVC Missouri's Residential Treatment program offers therapeutic services in a 24/7-supervised facility for children and teenagers with acute emotional and behavioral problems.

KVC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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