Foster Care Associate Supervisor (St Louis, MO, US, 63130-1943)Archdiocese of St. Louis

POSITION SUMMARY

The Catholic Charities of St. Louis Good Shepherd Children and Family Services Foster Care Associate Supervisor provides support services for the case management program for 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(ren).  Primary responsibilities include monitoring service delivery to assure compliance with the contract, licensing standards, Children’s Division policy and COA specifications.  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.

OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

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OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervision & Mentorship

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and onboarding for up to two case managers and MSW practicum students.

• Ensure services align with agency mission, contract terms, Children's Division (CD) policies, and COA standards.

• Review and approve case records for accuracy, standard compliance, and timely state system entry (FACES/CSWIS).

• Manage case assignments, monitor workloads, and compile required outcome reports.

• Provide case coverage, crisis intervention, and interim leadership during supervisor or staff vacancies.

• Backup leadership at court hearings, FSTMs, TDMs, and multidisciplinary staffings.

Quality Assurance

• Facilitate peer record reviews, analyze outcomes, and present findings to the QI Committee.

• Develop and monitor corrective action plans based on audit results; coordinate annual client satisfaction surveys.

• Attend Level of Care (LOC) meetings and collaborate on quality initiatives (placement stability, permanency, family engagement).

Older Youth (OY) Services

• Track activities for youth aged 14+ and monitor compliance for Transitional Living (TLSS) placements.

• Guide staff on timely completion of OY FST Guides and IAP Goals to maintain 90%+ compliance on CD metrics (Chafee referrals, credit checks).

• Maintain expertise on OY benefits (ETVs, Chafee, educational expenses) and report on program compliance.

General Duties & Requirements

• Coordinate with community partners (CD, Juvenile Court, schools, medical/psychiatric providers).

• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation, team meetings, and resource family recruitment.

• Maintain HIPAA/COA confidentiality standards and respond promptly to communications.

• Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and valid auto insurance for client transportation in the community.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Education & Experience: Master’s in Social Work (or related human service field with a child welfare emphasis) plus 3 years of clinical/child welfare experience. Professional Missouri licensure (or in-process) preferred; extensive relevant experience may substitute for a Master's degree in special circumstances.

• Knowledge Base: Strong understanding of Missouri child welfare laws, juvenile court processes, federal acts (ICPC, ASFA, ICWA, MEPA, FFSPA), family systems, trauma, substance abuse, and the impacts of abuse and neglect. Must complete basic Child Welfare Practice Training.

• Core Skills:

  • Excellent written/verbal communication, public presentation, and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong assessment, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and treatment plan development abilities.

  • Proven skill in engaging resistant or mandated families with a non-judgmental approach and cultural competence.

  • Strong organization, independent decision-making, and priority-management skills.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic database navigation.

• Work Requirements: Flexible schedule to accommodate client needs, including evenings and weekends, while independently managing a weekly schedule up to 40 hours.