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Lutheran Services Florida

Case Manager

Largo, FL · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is looking for talented Child Welfare Case Managers who want to make ...

Lutheran Services Florida

Case Manager

Winter Haven, FL · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is looking for talented Case Manager who want to make an impact in ...

Lutheran Services Florida

Case Manager (1249)

Wildwood, FL · On-site

$23.80/hr

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is looking for a talented Case Manager who wants to make an impact in ...

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Lutheran Services Florida

Case Manager

Largo, FL · On-site

$25/hr

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is looking for talented Child Welfare Case Managers who want to make ...

Lutheran Services Florida

Case Manager (1249)

Wildwood, FL · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is looking for a talented Case Manager who wants to make an impact in ...

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Lutheran Services Florida

Case Manager (1249)

Wildwood, FL · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is looking for a talented Case Manager who wants to make an impact in ...

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Lutheran Services Florida

Child Advocate

Bradenton, FL · On-site

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF Manatee County CMO is looking for a talented Child Welfare Case ...

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Lutheran Services Florida

Child Advocate

Bradenton, FL · On-site

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF Manatee County CMO is looking for a talented Child Welfare Case ...

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Lutheran Services Florida

Child Advocate

Bradenton, FL · On-site

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF Manatee County CMO is looking for a talented Child Welfare Case ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for safe families in the United States is $29.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Safe Families?

Safe Families is a volunteer-driven organization that provides temporary care and support for children whose families are experiencing a crisis. Instead of entering the foster care system, children are placed with approved volunteer host families who provide a safe and nurturing environment while parents address issues such as illness, homelessness, or other challenges. The goal is to keep families intact, offer practical help, and prevent child abuse or neglect, all while empowering parents to regain stability. Safe Families differs from foster care as it is voluntary, short-term, and aims to reunite children with their families as soon as it is safe to do so.

What are some of the unique challenges Safe Families coordinators face when supporting host families and volunteers?

Safe Families coordinators often encounter the challenge of balancing the needs of children, biological families, and host families while ensuring everyone feels supported and safe. They must be adept at crisis management, clear communication, and navigating sensitive family dynamics. Coordinators frequently collaborate with social services, community partners, and volunteers, making strong organizational and interpersonal skills crucial. Flexibility and empathy are key, as situations can change rapidly and require thoughtful, trauma-informed responses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Safe Families coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Safe Families Coordinator, you need a background in social work, counseling, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and experience working with vulnerable children and families. Familiarity with case management systems, safeguarding protocols, and agency compliance tools is typically required. Compassion, strong communication, and crisis management skills are vital for building trust and supporting families in challenging situations. These skills ensure effective support, safety, and coordination for families in crisis, leading to better outcomes for children and communities.

What is the difference between Safe Families vs Child Welfare Specialist?

AspectSafe FamiliesChild Welfare Specialist
Required CredentialsBackground checks, training in child safetyDegree in social work or related field, licensing
Work EnvironmentVolunteer or part-time, community-basedFull-time, government or agency offices
Employer & IndustryNonprofit organizations, child advocacyGovernment agencies, child protective services
Common Search/ComparisonVolunteer, family supportChild protection, social work

Safe Families primarily involves volunteer-based support for at-risk children and families, focusing on community and nonprofit settings. Child Welfare Specialists work within government agencies, handling child protection cases professionally. While both roles aim to protect children, Safe Families emphasizes community involvement and volunteer efforts, whereas Child Welfare Specialists are trained professionals with formal credentials working in official child protective services.

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Infographic showing various Safe Families job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $60,977 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Child Welfare Consultant

Lutheran Services Florida

Bradenton, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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Job description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.
LSF Manatee County CMO is looking for a talented Child Welfare Case Manager who wants to make an impact in the lives of children and families.
Candidates residing in the State of Florida are preferred.
Training locations will be in Tampa, Pinellas, or Fort Myers with paid mileage for both locations.
Purpose & Impact:
The purpose of the Child Welfare Case Manager, in partnership with various individuals and groups within the child welfare system and community, is to ensure and promote the social, physical, psychological and emotional well-being and safety of the children and families they serve. The Case Manager maintains case ownership responsibility as the integrator of all services and supports identified for each child, including therapy, mental health services, health and dentistry, developmental services, educational support, permanency and safety. The Case Manager manages cases toward goals recorded in case plans while adhering to Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, written policies and orders of the Dependency Court. The Case Manager reports to the Case Management Supervisor.
Essential Functions:
  • Accept all cases assigned by unit supervisor and meet with children in their primary residence within 2 working days of ITR staffing and with identified parents in sufficient time to complete a Family Assessment within 15 working days of ITR staffing.
  • Negotiate and develop a case plan based on identified strengths and needs of the family, the circumstances bringing the family into care, recommendations provided by the Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessment and other relevant data. This plan is to be created in collaboration with the parents, Guardian Ad Litem, foster parents and other pertinent parties with the goal of reunification or other permanency for the child.
  • Visits the child in their primary residence according to required frequency, but no less than once every 25 days. At least one visit each quarter is to be unannounced.
  • Accurately document all case activities in the Florida Safe Families Network database within 48 hours. Maintain the physical case file in chronological order, by subject, in accordance with the standardized case file format.
  • Submit service requests to the lead agency Utilization Management Department, and provide clients with timely referrals to services. Develop and maintain knowledge of community resources, program eligibility requirements, key contact persons, emergency procedures, and waiting lists of available resources. Maintain regular contact with service providers and document service progress in FSFN.
  • Complete and submit court documentation within in required time frames. Prepare for, attend, and participate in all court activities as necessary.
  • Arrange for, attend, and participate in individual case staffings as necessary. Complete all required staffing and application packets.
  • Conduct initial and/or ongoing child safety assessments as required. Prepare initial and on-going safety plans as necessary.
  • Arrange for emergency placement, emergency medical treatment, and emergency services for children at risk.
  • Conduct diligent searches for parents and family members when deemed necessary and thoroughly document that the effort has been made to find the parents and family members.
  • Conduct home studies as required for prospective placements. Provide relevant medical, psychological, behavioral and educational background information about the child or children to prospective care-givers as needed. Plan and facilitate parental and sibling visits as needed and appropriate.
  • Transport children as needed.
  • Ensure that all Independent Living functions are completed as required
  • Attend all appointments, staff meetings, trainings, seminars, workshops, etc., as necessary and as required by the supervisor.
  • Function as agency on-call Case Manager as scheduled.
  • Organize, prioritize and complete all work assignments by the established deadlines.
All duties are performed in accordance with the following standards:
  • Courtesy: Treat clients, the public and staff with courtesy, respect and dignity and presents a positive public image.
  • Communication Skills: Keep supervisor fully informed of activities, pertinent issues, upcoming events and potential problems. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in daily work.
  • Team Work: Support the unit, department and/or organization and work with others in an effort to accomplish the goals of the unit, department and/or organization.
  • Safety: Employee makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area.
  • Training: Attend and successfully complete all mandated training courses such as the PDC Assessment and successfully passes the PDC examination, Pre-service Training. MAPP Training, In-service, etc., within the probationary period and as scheduled thereafter. The successful completion of the Field-Based Performance Assessment is an essential performance standard required for continued employment in the class of Case Manager.
  • Confidentiality: Adhere to all confidentiality rules.
  • On-Call: Perform on-call responsibilities as assigned. Carry an active cell-phone at all times during regularly scheduled work hours and during on call hours. Immediately respond to all calls.
Other Functions:
Perform other related duties and special assignments as required.
Physical Requirements:
  • Must have a high level of energy, be adaptable to irregular hours, be flexible to rotate on-call as needed, be able to travel as needed.
  • Valid driver's license and appropriate auto liability insurance required.
  • Requires extensive driving and unexpected travel.
  • Requires extended hours, works nights and weekends.
Education:
Must possess a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field. Degree in Social Work preferred.
Experience:
Must have a minimum of one year of relevant experience and certified or certified within one year.
Skills:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with and ability to use Microsoft Office programs Word and Excel.
  • Ability to type 45 words per minute.
  • Ability to drive both locally and throughout the state in connection with the duties of this position.
  • To fully understand case ownership responsibility as the integrator of all services and supports identified for each child, including therapy, other mental health services, health and dentistry, developmental services, educational support, permanency and safety; as well as their responsibility to make trauma sensitive transitions when it is determined that a caretaker lacks the needed level of responsibility to care for their children.
Other:
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
Principal Accountabilities:
  • Reports directly to and follows directives of Case Management Supervisor.
  • Works cooperatively with Program Directors, with other Case Managers, with placement staff, with Protective Investigators, with Child Welfare Legal staff and with agency support staff.
  • Effectively manages time to ensure that all home visits are completed as required, all documentation is entered into FSFN within 48 hours, court documentation is prepared according to specified time frames and court appearances are attended as necessary.
  • Follows Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, written policies and orders of the Dependency Court in managing cases toward goals recorded in case plans.
Why work for LSF?
LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.
Amazing benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
  • 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
    • Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit:
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