Foster Care Case Manager

Lutheran Family and Children's Services of Missouri

. Provide and maintain child welfare services, counseling, and case management to birth, foster, and adoptive families .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Missouri • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45,000 - $47,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing child welfare services, counseling, and case management while maintaining accurate client records and fostering positive relationships with families. Proficient in utilizing databases for timely documentation and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Social WorkCounselingCase ManagementClient Relationship BuildingLicensed Driver

ATS Keywords

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills

Passion For Supporting FamiliesEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Database Management

Industry Keywords

Child Welfare ServicesClient Files MaintenanceProgress NotesData EntryHuman Behavior Science

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide and maintain child welfare services, counseling, and case management to birth, foster, and adoptive families
Build positive working relationships with clients to meet their goals
Conduct regular, consistent face-to-face or virtual client contact
Maintain complete client files
Keep client records up to date by entering progress notes, data, and reports into the required database in a timely manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or other Human Behavior Science degree
Must be a licensed driver
Access to a reliable automobile for client direct service expectations in clients' homes and community
Automobile must be insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements
Passion for making a difference and supporting families through life's challenges

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2,000 sign-on bonus
December 2026 graduates are welcome to apply
Equal opportunity employment