TFI, Inc.

Foster Care Worker

TFI, Inc.  •  $46k/yr  •  Joplin, MO (Hybrid)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

****Average hourly rate is $23.69 (including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, shift differential, etc.) ****

Are you passionate about working with children and families? TFI Family Services wants you on our team!

We are seeking a full-time Foster Care Worker to join our dedicated team. If you have a bachelor’s degree in a human service field is acceptable when supervised by a professional holding a master’s level qualification, we want to hear from you! We provide comprehensive training to help you excel in this role. If such supervision is not available, a master’s degree in social work or a related discipline is required.

A Day in the Life:

As a Foster Care Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and families, ensuring children thrive in safe and nurturing environments. Your responsibilities will include teaching essential skills such as emotion regulation, healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and effective communication. You’ll collaborate with foster parents to provide training, licensing, and ongoing support for both the families and the children in their care.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Compassionate and Eager to Learn: We seek individuals who are enthusiastic about helping families build on their strengths and connect with community resources.
  • Desire to Make a Difference: A strong commitment to advocating for children and families and fostering their growth and well-being.
  • Dedicated Professional: Someone who is passionate about developing healthy families and is dedicated to providing exceptional support and advocacy.

Why TFI Family Services?

  • Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work options if you reside in or around the Omaha area.
  • Generous Leave Policies: Start with 20 days of personal leave in your first year, increasing to 25 days after one year, plus 12 paid holidays.
  • Additional Benefits: Benefit from a longevity bonus, tuition reimbursement, and the opportunity to work with a fantastic, mission-driven team.
  • National Recognition: Join a team that is nationally recognized for excellence in service, education, and advocacy, dedicated to strengthening families.

Make a meaningful impact in a child's life by joining TFI Family Services.

Apply today! TFI Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please visit: www.tfifamily.org/employment

TFI, Inc.

About TFI, Inc.

TFI is a leading child welfare agency providing experience, compassion, quality services, and care. Our strength as an organization lies in the fact that we do what is best for children and families. TFI continues to create new foster parent resources and develop innovative solutions as we work to meet the needs of families and children.

We provide various services to the community, including foster and kinship care, adoption, counseling support and education, prevention services, TIPS-MAPP training, visitation and exchange centers, and numerous other child welfare services.

The Family Initiative, Inc. is the parent company providing services to children and families across the U.S. We provide services through our affiliates:

TFI Family Services in Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri

TFI Family Connections in Oklahoma

Texas Family Initiative in Texas

Pathway Family Services in Kansas and Texas

Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions is an affiliate supporting the TFI Family of Companies and other nonprofits

Foster Care Technologies is an affiliate providing child welfare technology solutions to different organizations

TFI is a private, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a voluntary board of directors providing effective leadership, support and guidance.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Topeka, KS
Year Founded
1965
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