The New York Foundling Is Hiring A Bilingual Case Planner

Join Our Team as a Foster Care Case Planner

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families by joining The New York Foundling, a historic nonprofit dedicated to supporting stability, strength, and independence since 1869.

Overview

At The New York Foundling, we believe in the power and potential of people. We invest intentionally in proven practices to support children and families navigating foster care, conflict, poverty, and developmental disabilities. Our holistic programs promote resilience and well-being, helping individuals and communities thrive for a lifetime.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Work toward permanency for children through reunification, adoption, or preparation for independent living.
• Conduct home visits (birth and foster), provide community referrals, and accompany families to medical, school, housing, and welfare appointments.
• Participate in court proceedings with prepared reports and attend family-related meetings.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Engage with birth parents, foster parents, and youth using motivational interviewing techniques to assess safety and risk.
• Implement evidence-based models, including participating in family conferences and supervising visits.
• Serve as a liaison advocating for families in healthcare, education, and housing settings.
• Collaborate with socio-therapists, offer counseling, and develop safety and crisis intervention plans.
• Provide family planning counseling for youth aged 12 and older, documenting discussions thoroughly.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation through Connections and other databases in compliance with guidelines.
• Attend team meetings, case consultations, and coaching sessions.
• Gather documentation for applications related to housing, special services, or rates in partnership with support departments.

Ongoing Job Responsibilities

• Manage an average caseload of 10 active and 2 suspended cases.
• Attend court proceedings punctually, with prepared reports, and testify when necessary.
• Conduct home visits, facilitate family and sibling visitations, and supervise as required.
• Engage with hard-to-reach families, acting as a resource for community referrals and advocacy.
• Perform any other duties assigned to support our mission.

Requirements & Preferences

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field; BSW or MSW with 1-2 years child welfare experience preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and system negotiation skills for multi-problem families.
• Experience with drug treatment populations highly preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred.
• Strong typing, computer, and interpersonal skills required.

Other Details

• We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, valuing your unique perspectives and experiences.
• Education must be from an accredited U.S. institution or include credential evaluation for non-U.S. degrees.
• Salary Range: $59,516.49 plus $3,800 education additive and $3,500 language additive.
• Recruitment Tagline: Hiring Impact, Changing Lives Together

Qualifications Summary

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields, with child welfare experience preferred. Bilingual abilities, resource knowledge, and strong communication skills are highly valued.