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Foster Care Case Manager
Company : Adoration Home Health & Hospice
Location : Ironton, OH
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Our Company
ResCare Community Living
Overview
The Foster Care Case Manager works under the supervision of the Executive Director. They are responsible for the delivery of case management services and supervision of children in foster placement. The Foster Care Case Manager develops individual treatment plans for children and their families. They maintain weekly contact with the foster families, children, bio-families and monitors the progress of the child and family throughout the placement. The Foster Care Case Manager uses standardized tools to measure social and emotional progress and outcomes and prepares written treatment plans and progress reports.
PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIP: The Foster Care Case Manager makes decisions regarding the placement and treatment of neglected, abused, and medically complex children. He or she must have good verbal and writing skills. They must be capable of working with children, parents, foster parents, client agencies, and the courts. The Foster Care Case Manager will be creative, pragmatic, assertive, and know when to act independently and when to seek the advice of others.
Responsibilities
The position includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Reviews referrals and matches children with appropriate foster families.
- Places children in state certified foster homes.
- Obtains all state and agency required documentation for child in care.
- Provides weekly documented contact and at bi-weekly visits to child and foster parents in the foster home.
- Prepares a treatment plan for the child within 21 days of placement and quarterly thereafter.
- Prepares monthly progress reports for assigned children.
- Provides Independent Living training and monthly IL progress reports for assigned clients.
- Ensures that the child’s visitation plan is being followed.
- Acts as liaison with placing agencies, schools, and other community agencies.
- Attends court hearings and review hearings, when requested.
- Attends staff meetings and treatment planning meetings as required.
- Completes interviews, training, and home studies on prospective foster parents, as needed.
- Attends conferences and seminars as required for annual training and state training requirements.
- Conducts/participates in two or more foster parent support group meetings each year.
- Maintains flexible working hours and works weekends or holidays, as needed.
- On call for emergencies and/or crisis situations
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must have a bachelor's degree in human services related field and one year experience working with children and families. Or be a licensed social worker.
- Must be able to pass a BCI/FBI Background check, Sex Offender Check and Central Registry Check.
- Must provide three non-relative references
- Must have a valid driver’s license and carry valid car insurance
About our Line of Business
ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in-home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.Salary Range
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Frequently asked questions
Ironton’s foster care case manager roles face moderate competition due to the specialized skills required. Local agencies value candidates with human services degrees and experience with children in foster placement, making relevant qualifications and background clearances essential to stand out in this community-focused job market.
While a bachelor’s degree in human services or social work is fundamental, Ohio employers often prefer licensed social workers (LISW) or those with specialized child welfare training. State-mandated background checks and ongoing professional development also play key roles in meeting compliance and enhancing placement success.
Foster care case managers require deep empathy and crisis intervention skills tailored to children’s trauma and family dynamics. Unlike general case managers, they coordinate closely with courts, schools, and foster families, necessitating strong advocacy and detailed treatment plan development specific to child welfare.
Expect a mix of home visits, coordination with multiple agencies, court appearances, and meticulous documentation. This role demands balancing urgent crisis responses with long-term treatment planning, ensuring children’s well-being while maintaining compliance with state regulations and agency standards.
Progression might include supervisory roles, foster care program coordinators, or specialized social work positions. With additional licenses or certifications, professionals can expand into policy development, training roles, or higher-level management within child welfare agencies or nonprofits.
At Adoration Home Health & Hospice, foster care case managers support children’s placement stability alongside health-focused care. The company’s holistic approach blends social services expertise with community living support, fostering collaboration across health and child welfare disciplines.
This position uniquely combines child welfare with the company’s extensive disability and health service background, emphasizing tailored treatment plans and crisis management. The supportive culture encourages creativity and assertiveness in decision-making, enhancing outcomes for medically complex children.
The role offers approximately $43,888 annually, aligning with local standards for case managers in child welfare. This salary reflects Ironton’s cost of living and the specialized demands of foster care, positioning it competitively within Ohio’s human services employment landscape.
Challenges include navigating rural resource limitations, managing transportation logistics, and addressing complex family dynamics influenced by local socioeconomic factors. Success hinges on adaptability, strong community ties, and effective communication across diverse stakeholders.