Foster Care Worker
Quick answer
TFI Family Services is hiring a hybrid Foster Care Worker in Joplin, Missouri, paying an average of $23.69 per hour to provide support, training, and advocacy for foster families and children.
- Role
- Foster Care Worker
- Organization
- TFI Family Services
- Location
- Joplin, Missouri
- 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 safe and nurturing environments. This role involves teaching essential life skills like emotional regulation and conflict resolution while providing ongoing training and support to foster parents. The position requires a passion for family advocacy and the ability to connect clients with community resources. Comprehensive training is provided to ensure professional success in this impactful role.
What you'll do
- Support children and families to ensure placement in safe and nurturing environments.
- Teach essential skills including emotion regulation, healthy relationships, and communication.
- Collaborate with foster parents to provide licensing and ongoing educational support.
- Advocate for the well-being and growth of children and families.
- Connect families with necessary community resources.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service field (if supervised) or Master’s degree in social work or related discipline.
- Passion for working with families and children.
- Commitment to advocacy and professional development.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based, mission-driven environment.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
20 days of personal leave, 12 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, longevity bonuses, caseload growth bonuses, and $2,000 sign-on bonus.
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 job is based in Joplin, Missouri, and offers flexible hybrid work options.
What educational background is required?
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in a human service field if supervised by a master’s-level professional, otherwise, a master’s degree in social work or a related field is required.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should visit the official TFI Family Services careers page at www.tfifamily.org/employment to submit an application.
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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