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Glove House Inc

Foster Care Caseworker

Waterloo, NY · On-site

This person works closely in partnership with the families, foster families, County workers and ... Provides support and feedback to discharge resources surrounding their strengths and needs to have ...

Glove House

Foster Care Caseworker

Waterloo, NY · On-site

$43K/yr

This person works closely in partnership with the families, foster families, County workers and ... Provides support and feedback to discharge resources surrounding their strengths and needs to have ...

Glove House Inc

Foster Care Caseworker

Waterloo, NY · On-site

This person works closely in partnership with the families, foster families, County workers and ... Provides support and feedback to discharge resources surrounding their strengths and needs to have ...

AUBERLE

Case Manager - Foster Care

Mckeesport, PA · On-site

$21/hr

Foster Care Program is located at main campus in McKeesport with work throughout Allegheny and ... homes, working closely with natural and resource families to create a safe, nurturing, and ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for foster care resource worker in the United States is $18.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Foster Care Resource Worker vs Case Manager?

AspectFoster Care Resource WorkerCase Manager
CredentialsRelevant social work or human services certifications, sometimes required licensesSimilar certifications, often with additional licensing depending on specialization
Work EnvironmentChild welfare agencies, foster care programs, community organizationsHealthcare, social services, community agencies
Employer & IndustryChild welfare agencies, government programsHealthcare providers, social service organizations
Primary FocusSupporting foster children and families, connecting resourcesManaging client cases, coordinating services across sectors

Foster Care Resource Workers and Case Managers both work within social services, often requiring similar credentials. While Foster Care Resource Workers focus on supporting foster children and connecting families to resources, Case Managers typically oversee broader client cases across various sectors. Both roles are vital in ensuring clients receive appropriate support, but their specific responsibilities and work environments differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Foster Care Resource Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,955 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Foster Care Social Worker; LSW

Tallmadge, OH • On-site

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM
Individual, Family and Community Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAMexternal

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

National Youth Advocate Program rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

*** ENTRY LEVEL OPPORTUNITY***
We are seeking a full-time Licensed Social Worker to join our Foster Care Team in Columbus, Ohio.
Compensation: $47,000-49,000 + Productivity Bonus!
To learn more about the program, please see the information: https://www.nyap.org/ohio/fostercare
Position Summary:
Foster Care Social Workers with National Youth Advocate Program work in the community as part of an integral service team. Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.
Working at NYAP
  • Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday's during the summer!
  • Health and Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family; Paid Parental leave
  • Professional Growth: CEU's, ongoing training/education, student loan repayment program, and supervision hours
  • And So Much More: 401K and 401K Matching flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowance

Responsibilities
• Provides case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.
• Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, and other evidence based clinical services, meeting or exceeding established outcome thresholds on behalf of persons served.
• Travels daily, to provide community-based and in-home services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and monitor clinical services for the youth and family in the community, including but not limited to, mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.
• Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with assigned foster parents and/or families of origin.
• Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth's primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth's case plan.
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.
• Consistently achieves or exceeds established billable productivity thresholds based on the needs of the caseload.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Completes all required training in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as requested.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution or equivalent.
• A valid professional license (LSW) as required by state law and/or regulatory bodies.
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours as needed in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for ideas and actions of others.
• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
Driving and Vehicle Requirements
  • Valid driver's license
  • Reliable personal transportation
  • Good driving record
  • Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Ready to make an impact? Apply today!
ww.nyap.org/employment
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

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