Foster Program - Case Worker

Position Type : Child Placing Agency

Date Posted : 9 / 21 / 2025

Location :

Child Placement Agency

Date Available : Until Filled

Closing Date :

Until Filled Job Title : Foster Program - Case Worker

Department : Child Placing Agency (CPA)

Location : Tejano Center for Community Concerns

Reports To : Child Placing Agency Program Director

Exemption Status / Test : Exempt

Work Calendar : 238 days

Salary : $42,000

About Us

Since 1992, Tejano Center for Community Concerns (Tejano Center) has served as an agent for change. Made bold by its mission to empower and transform lives by creating a network of support and opportunity among neighborhood residents and communities in need, Tejano Center provides a comprehensive array of social, health, educational, economic, and housing services.

Specifically, the Child Placing Agency (CPA) works to serve the children in our community that have experienced neglect and / or abuse. CPA does this by securing safe and loving foster homes that can meet a child's basic needs. Our foster parents open their hearts and homes to provide children with healthy living conditions and positive relationships.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Foster Program Case Worker to join our Child Placing Agency team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is passionate about making a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.

The Case Worker will be responsible for ensuring the safety, well-being, and permanency of children in foster care. This includes ongoing assessment of child and family needs, coordination of services, and support for foster families.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 25-30 children and families , providing consistent support and oversight.
• Develop and maintain individualized casework plans , including intake assessments, admissions, and permanency planning.
• Conduct monthly home visits and interviews with foster children and parents to ensure compliance with state standards.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to foster families and children.
• Serve as a liaison between foster parents and Child Protective Services (CPS) case workers.
• Collaborate with the Program Director, CPS, and other service providers to staff cases and coordinate care.
• Facilitate and coordinate foster parent training sessions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation to ensure state compliance .
• Investigate and report serious incidents or non-compliance issues.
• Uphold strict confidentiality standards in accordance with agency policies and ethical guidelines.
• Be available for emergency situations , including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

If degree is outside of social work / human services, 2 years of full-time experience in a child-placing agency is required.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Why Join Us?

At Tejano Center, you'll be part of a passionate team working to uplift communities and change lives. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the well-being of children and families while growing professionally in a supportive and mission-driven environment.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.