Foster Care Worker
Quick answer
TFI Family Services is hiring a full-time Foster Care Worker in Platte City, MO, paying an average of $23.69 per hour to support children and foster families through advocacy and skill development.
- Role
- Foster Care Worker
- Organization
- TFI Family Services
- Location
- Platte City, MO
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- 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. The role involves teaching essential life skills like emotion regulation and healthy communication while collaborating with foster parents on licensing and ongoing support. Candidates will receive comprehensive training and participate in a mission-driven team dedicated to child welfare and family strengthening. This position offers a supportive environment with professional growth opportunities in the human services sector.
What you'll do
- Provide ongoing support and training to foster parents
- Teach essential skills like emotion regulation and conflict resolution to children and families
- Facilitate the foster family licensing process
- Connect families with necessary community resources
- Advocate for the well-being and growth of children in care
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service field (if supervised by a master's level professional)
- Master’s degree in social work or a related discipline (if independent supervision is unavailable)
- Passionate commitment to child welfare and family development
- Ability to learn and apply new supportive strategies through provided training
What you'll bring
How we treat you
20 days of personal leave in the first year increasing to 25 days, 12 paid holidays, longevity bonus, tuition reimbursement, and hybrid work options for specific locations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the compensation for this role?
The Foster Care Worker position offers an average hourly rate of $23.69, which includes wages, incentives, bonuses, and other applicable pay.
Is this position eligible for remote or hybrid work?
Yes, TFI Family Services offers hybrid work flexibility for employees residing in or around the Omaha area.
What educational background is required?
You need a bachelor’s degree in a human service field if supervised by a master's level professional, or a master’s degree in social work or a related discipline.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates can apply by visiting the official careers page 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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