In Home and Foster Care Case Manager

Ward County Human Service Zone is Hiring an In-Home Foster Care Case Manager in Minot, North Dakota.

Recruitment Incentives Available:

• One month Salary Sign-on Bonus, contingent upon one year of employment with Ward County Human Service Zone
• Out-of-state applicants: Up to $5,000 for relocation expenses

Ward County Human Service ZoneChild Welfare Family Services Department is seeking to hire multipleIn-Home Foster Care Case Managers to ensure the safety, permanency and well being of children and families in our community.

In-Home and Foster Care Case Manager example of duties include:

• Assess and provide case management services for children residing in the home
• Develop case plans, goals, and safety plans for caretakers and children
• Reduce identified risks of child abuse and neglect
• Provide information and referral services for children and families
• Conduct case planning meetings
• Handle highly complex and sensitive responsibilities requiring extensive knowledge, skills, and passion for child welfare
• Make informed decisions within approved policies and procedures
• Ensure thorough, accurate, and timely responses and documentation in compliance with State and Federal regulations
• Coordinate with local service providers, law enforcement, and legal entities
• Participate in emergency response planning
• Write affidavits and testify at court proceedings
• Maintain flexibility with on-call scheduling and non-traditional working hours

To succeed in this position, you should have a passion for serving others and a desire to make a positive impact. You should be highly organized, able to manage your time and priorities effectively and have demonstrated ability to communicate with diverse populations. You will need to have a strong understanding of program policies and laws. You will also need to be comfortable working with all types of software and database applications, with a willingness to learn new technology programs and have attention to detail.

To be considered for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, education, human services, child development and family science, behavioral health, applied behavior analysis, nursing (bachelor's level degree) or criminal justice. Plus, one of the following:

Family Service Specialist III:

• Two years of professional work experience as a social worker, child protective services worker, or professional case manager is required. Qualifying experience includes work in healthcare, behavioral health, child welfare, developmental disabilities, case management in a corrections setting, or social services. This experience must involve direct client interaction, service coordination, and documentation responsibilities.
• A master's degree may substitute for one year of the work experience requirement.
• A bachelor's degree as listed above

Family Services Specialist II:

• One year of professional work experience as a social worker, child protective services worker, or professional case manager is required. Qualifying experience includes work in healthcare, behavioral health, child welfare, developmental disabilities, case management in a corrections setting, or social services. This experience must involve direct client interaction, service coordination, and documentation responsibilities.
• A master's degree in one of the above areas may substitute for the work experience requirement.
• A bachelor's degree as listed above

Family Services Specialist I:

• No work experience required
• A bachelor's degree as listed above

Must maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Must complete Child Welfare certification.

Individuals may be required to work some non-traditional hours.


Frequent travel throughout Ward County is required.

Salary will be adjusted if position is filled with an FSS I or FSS II.

Working for Ward County Human Service Zone:

Ward County Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Ward County to deliver child welfare safety and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Ward County as a Ward County employee.

Ward County Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental and life insurance coverage, as well as an excellent retirement package.

Employees enjoy ten paid holidays, as well as earning both annual leave and sick leave days.

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Application Procedures


Your resume must clearly show the months and years of employment for each position listed. This information is required to accurately calculate your qualifying experience and determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Resumes that do not include sufficient employment date may not be able to be fully evaluated.


Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.


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A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.


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Equal Employment Opportunity


The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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