Specialist, Foster Care- Farmington

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Until 9/15/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 17, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Foster Care Specialist provides case management services to children/families in the custody of/or under the supervision of the state agency with a primary focus on permanency, safety and well-being of the child.  This position demonstrates a commitment to connecting children to families and keeping families connected and provides all services in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Job Responsibilities

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program of Social Work, Counseling or Psychology and two (2) years of related experience or a Master’s degree from an accredited program of Social Work, Counseling or Psychology.   

  • Working knowledge of community resources.  

  •  Understanding of juvenile court processes and Missouri child welfare laws and practices as well as federal child welfare laws including ICPC, ASFA, ICWA, MEPA and Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008.   

  • An understanding of family systems, the impact of abuse and neglect; substance abuse; mental illness; poverty; grief and loss; and trauma on children and their families.  

  • Successfully complete basic Child Welfare Practice Training. 

 

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.  
 
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening. 

About this role

Summary

Provide case management for children in foster care, focusing on safety, permanency, and family connections.

Job title

Specialist, Foster Care- Farmington

Experience level

2+ years or master's degree

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

religion

Location requirements

Remote work not specified, likely in Missouri

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

child welfare lawsjuvenile court processescommunity resourcestrauma understanding

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

foster carechild welfarefamily systemstraumajuvenile court
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