Program Supervisor--Foster Care

Job Description

Job Description

JOIN THE LFCS TEAM!

Come join the LFCS Team and work for one of the largest and most well respected non-profit organizations in the state of Missouri!

We take pride in our 150 year history and our mission of empowering children and families to overcome challenges today so they can build a better tomorrow.

If you want to spend your work life doing something meaningful and making a difference, this is the place for you!

WHY IS LFCS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?

We offer work / life balance, a friendly and energetic atmosphere, competitive salary, comprehensive medical plans, a 401(K) match, paid holidays, vacation and personal days.

We are seeking a compassionate, professional Program Supervisor to supervise and coordinate Foster Care Case Management services provided to clients to ensure quality, consistency and stability in policies, procedures and practices.

They will also provide child welfare services, counseling and case management to individuals, families and groups that include birth, foster and adoptive families, within agency policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and management to a team of social workers / case managers, and students working with children and families in the Foster Care System
• Train, assess, communicate, and coordinate consistent training and orientation for staff and students to meet the goals and objectives of the program and agency.
• Provide effective supportive counseling and case management to clients, including case coordination and crisis intervention as needed.
• Monitor and manage that productivity is maximized to achieve targeted direct service contact goals and expenses are within budgeted limits.
• Provide effective supportive counseling and case management to client population as directed by program and need.
• Represent the program and agency in community networks, meetings and professional associations as needed for collaborations, program development, and client services.
• Provide consultation and input to leadership for the program as requested.
• Serve on department and agency committees, work groups or volunteer for agency functions as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Guidance Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Counseling or other Human Behavior Science.

Three years’ experience with children and families.

Must be a licensed driver with access to a reliable automobile that is insured in accordance with state and / or organization requirements.

Please apply at : https : / / lfcsmo.org /

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.