Case Manager or Social Worker

Job Description

Lutheran Family & Children's Services of Missouri is seeking a compassionate, professional Social Worker or Case Manager. They will have the opportunity to provide and maintain child welfare services and case management services to individuals, families and groups that include birth, foster and adoptive families. This position may be filled as a Case Manager I/II or Social Worker I/II, depending upon the qualifications of the selected individual. DUTIES Provide effective case management to the client population. Establish and maintain appropriate, current community networks and interactions, in cooperation with program supervisors and staff. Provide consultation and input to leadership for the program as requested.

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Education & Experience: Case Manager I - Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Guidance Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Counseling or other Human Behavior Science. An individual pursuing their Masters Degree is preferred. Two years experience with Child Welfare and/or Adoption and foster Care preferred. Case Manager II - Master's Degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Guidance Counseling or Drug & Alcohol Counseling or other Human Behavior Science. Two years experience with Child Welfare and/or Adoptions and Foster Care. Social Worker I - Bachelors of Social Work. Two years experience with Child Welfare and/or Adoption and Foster Care. Social Worker II – Master’s of Social Work. Two years experience with Child Welfare and/or Adoption and Foster Care. Must be a licensed driver with access to a reliable automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Established social work and case management practices. Computer programs and time management skills. Social work code of ethics. Knowledge of legal processes and procedures; accreditation and licensure standards; therapeutic models and interventions; foster care and adoptive issues. Effective presentation skills. Self-motivated and self-management skills. Ability to function on a team. Effective skills in written and verbal communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. 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. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.