Foster Care Case Manager

Foster Care Case Manager

Foster Care Case Manager Location: Columbia, MO – Primarily field-based with 1–3 days per week in-office for supervision, meetings, and team collaboration Pay: $43,888-$49,000 based on education and years of relevant experience

Make a Lasting Impact in Child Welfare

At KVC Missouri, we're seeking individuals who are deeply committed to child welfare and ready to be a strong voice for children in out-of-home care. As a Foster Care Case Manager, you'll act as a dedicated liaison—coordinating between birth families, foster families, service providers, and the legal system to help ensure each child's path to permanency is clear, supported, and compassionate.

This is not just a job—it's a career-building opportunity for those who want to grow in the field of social work while doing deeply meaningful work every day.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the central point of contact for each child's case, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration between families, legal representatives, service providers, and internal teams.
• Develop, implement, and monitor permanency plans with the child's best interest at the forefront.
• Attend family visits, school meetings, court hearings, and team consultations.
• Advocate for the child's needs while navigating complex family dynamics and community resources.
• Regularly assess child and family progress and adjust plans accordingly.
• Work closely with supervisors and mentors to receive ongoing feedback, support, and development.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field.
• Experience: Prior experience working with children is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong administrative and organizational skills—you can manage documentation, deadlines, and details with ease.
• Excellent time management and the ability to balance multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with families, courts, and service providers.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate complex situations in the best interest of the child.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off

• Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

Paid Parental Leave

• Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

• Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

403(b) with Company Match

• Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

Tuition Reimbursement

• Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

• Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

Employee Assistance Program

• Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

Wellness Benefits

• Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.