Foster Care Case Planner - Ulster

Who We Are: The Children's Home mission is to partner with children, families, and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.nn$23-$25 an hourn nPosition Summary: As a Case Planner, you will serve as a vital liaison, offering support to families with children in foster care, all with the aim of promoting family reunification and achieving lasting permanency. As a Case Planner, you will create and implement service plans by identifying resources and making referrals, while collaborating with children, families, foster families, custodial agencies, and service providers. You will utilize health management reporting systems to ensure all documentation is completed regularly.nResponsibilities:nnExercise strong collaborative efforts with neighboring departments of social services and other community providers and agencies.nWork effectively with biological families as well as foster familiesnAssess the needs of children between the ages of 0 – 21 and refer to appropriate servicesnEnsure required documentation is completed on timenConduct monthly home visits with clientsnSupervise visitation and transportation of assigned clientsnDemonstrate the ability to work as a team member through collaborative effortsnnnRequirementsnEducationnnAssociate's Degree in human services or related field AND 2 years' experience in child welfare and/or foster care requirednBachelor's degree in human services or related field preferrednnExperiencennAssociate's - 2 years experience in child welfare and/or foster care requirednMust be 21 years or older to be eligible for this rolenDriver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment requirednnnBenefitsnBenefits available to all staff:nnStudent Loan and Tuition ReimbursementnEmployee Assistance ProgramnEmployee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community CenternOpportunities for Professional DevelopmentnnFull Time Benefits:nnAgency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Examn403(b) with 6% employer contributionnPTO plus 9 paid holidaysnChildcare ReimbursementnHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)nLife InsurancennEEO Statement: The Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.n