Foster Care Specialist

2 days ago


Forest Hills, New York, United States FORESTDALE INC. Full time
Job Summary

Forestdale Inc. is seeking a skilled Foster Care Case Planner to join our team. As a Case Planner, you will work with families and caregivers to achieve permanency goals for children in foster care. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct field visits to foster homes and birth parents' homes
  • Coordinate and supervise family visits at the agency and/or in the community
  • Facilitate weekly groups for birth parents and foster parents
  • Ensure each case adheres to ACS' permanency timeline ASFA guidelines
  • Maintain case compliance via data entry and record keeping
  • Accompany families to necessary appointments
  • Attend internal trainings and court hearings

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or counseling
  • Ability to facilitate support groups and manage cases
  • Organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule
  • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region

Benefits:

  • Four weeks' vacation
  • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance
  • Pension plan
  • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match
  • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans

Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds who will join us on our journey to stand up for justice and equity.



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