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Youthville

Foster Care Worker

Hays, KS · On-site

Meet departmental goals and/or outcomes Provide support to and supervision of Foster Parents to achieve safety, well-being, and permanency for children in their care. Conduct recruitment activities ...

Youthville

Foster Care Worker

Olathe, KS · On-site

Meet departmental goals and/or outcomes Provide support to and supervision of Foster Parents to achieve safety, well-being, and permanency for children in their care. Conduct recruitment activities ...

Youthville

Foster Care Worker

Topeka, KS

Meet departmental goals and/or outcomes Provide support to and supervision of Foster Parents to achieve safety, well-being, and permanency for children in their care. Conduct recruitment activities ...

Youthville

Foster Care Worker

Hays, KS · On-site

Meet departmental goals and/or outcomes Provide support to and supervision of Foster Parents to achieve safety, well-being, and permanency for children in their care. Conduct recruitment activities ...

Youthville

Foster Care Worker

Topeka, KS · On-site

Meet departmental goals and/or outcomes Provide support to and supervision of Foster Parents to achieve safety, well-being, and permanency for children in their care. Conduct recruitment activities ...

The Family Initiative

Foster Care Worker

Hays, KS · On-site

$23.25/hr

Additionally, you will support foster parents by helping train, license, and guide them in providing the best care for the children in their homes. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in social work ...

Sevita Health

Foster Care Driver

Youngstown, OH · On-site

Ohio Mentor , a part of the Sevita family , provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or ...

Bethanna

Be Seen First

Foster Care Worker

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$23.08/hr

The Worker provides services to children, their families referred from County Children and Youth agencies as well as Philadelphia Community Umbrella agencies filling the role of Foster Care Worker ...

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The Family Initiative

Foster Care Worker

Hays, KS · On-site

$23.25/hr

Additionally, you will support foster parents by helping train, license, and guide them in providing the best care for the children in their homes. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in social work ...

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How much do foster care provider jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for foster care provider in the United States is $31.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Foster Care Provider vs Social Worker?

AspectFoster Care ProviderSocial Worker
Required CredentialsVaries; often high school diploma or equivalent, some certificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in social work or related field, licensure often required
Work EnvironmentPrivate homes, foster care agencies, community settingsOffices, client homes, hospitals, community agencies
Employer & IndustryFoster care agencies, child welfare organizationsGovernment agencies, non-profits, healthcare organizations
Job FocusProviding care and support to foster children in a home settingAssessing needs, coordinating services, advocating for clients

Foster Care Providers primarily offer direct care in a home environment, focusing on nurturing foster children. Social Workers have a broader role, including assessment, case management, and advocacy within child welfare systems. Both roles are essential in supporting vulnerable children but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

How to become a foster care provider?

To become a foster care provider, individuals typically need to complete a licensing or certification process that includes background checks, home assessments, and training on child welfare and safety. Requirements vary by location but generally involve being at least 21 years old, having a stable living environment, and passing health and background screenings.

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Infographic showing various Foster Care Provider job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,177 per year, or $31.8 per hour.

Foster Care Worker

Hays, KS • On-site

Youthville
501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

To be a successful Foster Care Worker you must become able to do the following always:

Follow Agency Policy and Procedure

Operate according to the Foster Care Department Practice Guide

Meet and advance within Competencies.

Meet departmental goals and/or outcomes

Provide support to and supervision of Foster Parents to achieve safety, well-being, and permanency for children in their care.

Conduct recruitment activities that result in increased foster homes to meet the needs of the community and contractors.

Assess needs and provide knowledge, skills, and tools to Foster Parents to successfully function within the expectations and procedures outlined in the Foster Parent Handbook.

Grow the involvement of churches, community and other faith based organizations to increase foster home recruitment.

Demonstrate the willingness to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job within the competencies established for the position.

Job Responsibilities

50% - Provide supervision of assigned Foster Parents through service provision, assessing and promoting safety, well-being, and permanency.

40% - Recruit, train and license foster homes through partnership with church and communities to meet the need.

10% - Participate in supervision and staff meetings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To qualify for this job you need to have: -

1.  Bachelors degree in social work or licensable degree.

2.  Licensed with Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board preferred.

3.  Prefer 2 years experience in child welfare.

4.  Ability to travel, driving agency or personal vehicle including at night. Ability to do occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. Able to walk up stairs. Ability to work flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends. Employee is subject to outside environmental conditions occasionally; inside conditions frequently, with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change.

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