Foster Care & Adoptions Supervisor Full Time NEW

Pay: $50,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year

About Christian City

Christian City is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children, families, and seniors through compassionate programs and community-centered services. For more than 60 years, Christian City has been committed to creating a supportive environment that empowers individuals to thrive through housing, counseling, education, senior living, and family support services.

At Christian City, we believe in making a meaningful impact through service, integrity, teamwork, and compassion. Our team members play a vital role in advancing our mission and helping us build stronger communities every day.

If you are passionate about serving others and want to work in a mission-driven environment where your contributions matter, we invite you to explore opportunities to join our team.

Job description:

Case Management Position Description:

The Foster Care and Adoptions Supervisor will be responsible for the supervision of placement services and for assessing the appropriateness of each placement on an ongoing basis. This position will also be responsible for the completion of home studies for prospective foster/adoptive homes, as well as providing case-management services to families/children that come into the program as needed. This position will report to the Program Executive for the Crossroads Foster Care and Adoption Program.

General Responsibilities

• Participate in the hiring and training of new Human Services Professionals
• Assign new foster and adoptive parents and child cases to Human Services Professionals based on caseload and geographic location
• Provide constant support and weekly supervision to HSPs
• Incorporate trauma-focused approaches for case management staff to maintain a trauma focus
• Assist with barriers to permanency- provide advocacy and support to help achieve safety, permanency, and well-being for children
• Accompany HSPs on visits to observe and provide feedback and support as needed
• Attend meetings/appointments for HSPs, should a scheduling conflict occur with the HSP
• Review and approve monthly summaries, service plans, and other case management reports
• Review and sign off on initial home studies and re-evaluations
• Screen referrals and supervise the intake and placement of foster and adoptive children
• Complete performance evaluations at required intervals for HSPs
• Implement knowledge of licensing rules, accreditation standards, and DFCS contract obligations
• Assist with referrals and resources for mental health services, developmental services, and other providers as needed
• Develop relationships with community partners and service providers
• Coordinate quarterly foster parent training events
• Carry a small caseload or complete home studies as needed, and specifically during staff transitions or during times of high caseloads
• Ensure the maintenance of the child/family case record to include materials consistent with agency, licensing, accreditation, and contract requirements. Audit quarterly
• Meet deadlines for required reporting
• Work with the Crossroads team to recruit foster/adoptive families via community outreach
• Continue to assess the appropriateness for each placement.
• Remain on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in the foster/adoptive field preferred
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Certified in IMPACT FCP Training preferred, or willing to secure within an agreed-upon timeframe
• Completed RBWO Foundations Training preferred, or willing to secure within an agreed-upon timeframe
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred, or willing to secure in an agreed-upon timeframe
• Problem-solving ability and time management skills
• Proficiency in technology (MS Office and Extended Reach)
• Possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License
• Acceptable criminal records checks, child abuse records, motor vehicle report, and drug screening. Effect on end results

1. The Crossroads Program can recruit and retain great families for the children that come into our care

2. The children and families we serve feel supported and receive high-quality, caring, and loving service 3. The Crossroads Program is well known among the community and DFCS

4. Home studies are well-written, and information, data, and files are up to date

5. Children in our care will receive permanency through reunification or adoption. Physical Demands: Regularly required to talk and hear; stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.

Employee must be able to frequently lift or move up to 10 lbs

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Send resume and cover letter to Jobs@christiancity.org