The Case Worker provides comprehensive case management, counseling, and supervision for children in foster and adoptive homes. They are responsible for developing individualized treatment plans and coordinating essential medical, educational, and community services.
Are you a compassionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Embrace Foster Care, an ncgCARE partner, is seeking a Foster Care Case Worker to join our team. At Embrace Treatment Foster Care, our mission is to provide foster children with the best chance for a successful future. Through our CARE model, we offer a comprehensive system of support, training, and guidance, empowering foster families to create a nurturing environment for each child’s growth. Join our team and help transform lives by supporting families and children in need! The Foster Care Case Worker plays a vital role in our mission to deliver coordinated, individualized care to our communities. As a Foster Care Case Worker, you will provide: Case Management and Support: Conduct interviews with children and families, and complete detailed home studies. Develop individualized treatment and service plans that address each child’s unique needs. Provide counseling and guidance to children and families throughout placement or discharge. Child and Family Supervision: Oversee children in foster, resource, and adoptive homes, as well as independent living arrangements. Perform regular assessments to determine the child’s needs for medical, psychosocial, educational, and nutritional services. Service Coordination and Continuity: Link children to appropriate services, minimizing barriers to care and coordinating with other agencies to ensure comprehensive service access. Assist in arranging referrals for medical, remedial, and dental services as outlined in each child’s treatment plan. Monitor the ongoing progress of each case, evaluating the effectiveness of the care plan and collaborating with involved parties, including family assessment teams. Education and Counseling: Build a supportive, trusting relationship with the child, promoting growth and well-being in alignment with the service plan. Educate children and families on available resources and work closely with team members to prepare comprehensive case plans. This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position. Compensation This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field with relevant casework experience, or a Master's/Doctorate in a related field with at least one year of experience. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US and pass background checks.
Market context
In Virginia, Treatment Foster Care case worker roles are typically driven by ongoing need for child welfare and family support services. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a social work degree or advanced degree, relevant casework experience, and clear background-check and work-authorization eligibility. This platform AI-summarizes the original job description’s requirements and benefits, helping you review the essentials faster before applying. A practical next step is to compare your casework experience against the posting and prepare examples of foster care, family engagement, or crisis-response work.
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