Foster Care Worker
Quick answer
TFI Family Services is hiring a hybrid Foster Care Worker based in Carthage, MO, paying $23.69 per hour to provide essential support and advocacy for children and foster families.
- Role
- Foster Care Worker
- Organization
- TFI Family Services
- Location
- Carthage, MO
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $23.69 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
TFI Family Services is seeking a dedicated Foster Care Worker to support children and families in Carthage, MO. The role involves teaching essential life skills, coordinating foster parent licensing, and providing ongoing support to ensure child safety and development. Candidates will work within a mission-driven environment that provides comprehensive training and opportunities for professional growth.
What you'll do
- Support children and families to ensure safe and nurturing home environments.
- Teach essential skills including emotion regulation, healthy relationships, and conflict resolution.
- Collaborate with foster parents to provide training, licensing, and ongoing case support.
- Advocate for the well-being and growth of children within the foster care system.
- Connect families with necessary community resources.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service field with professional supervision or a Master’s degree in social work/related discipline.
- Passion for working with children and strengthening families.
- Ability to communicate effectively and provide compassionate support.
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
20 days of personal leave, 12 paid holidays, $2,000 sign-on bonus, caseload growth bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and longevity bonuses.
Frequently asked questions
What is the compensation for this role?
The average hourly rate for this position is $23.69, which includes wages, incentives, and bonuses.
Is this position remote or in-office?
The role is based in Carthage, MO, but offers hybrid work options for eligible candidates.
What are the educational requirements for the Foster Care Worker position?
Applicants must have either a bachelor’s degree in a human service field (if supervised by a professional with a master’s level qualification) or a master’s degree in social work or a related discipline.
How can I apply for this job?
Interested candidates can apply by visiting the TFI Family Services employment website at www.tfifamily.org/employment.
How to apply
Apply directly on TFI Family Services's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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