Foster Care Case Manager
Aurora, Colorado
$48,000 – $55,000 Annually
Full-Time | Monday–Friday + On-Call Rotation
Build Stability. Strengthen Families. Change Lives.
Smith Agency Inc. is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and highly organized Foster Care Case Manager to join our Child Placement Services team. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and foster families while working for a respected nonprofit organization committed to long-term stability, quality care, and positive outcomes.
We are looking for a Foster Care Case Manager who values relationship-building, regulatory excellence, and advocacy. The ideal candidate understands that successful foster care services require strong partnerships with children, foster parents, county departments, schools, courts, and community providers. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career with an organization that invests in its employees and values long-term commitment.
If you are seeking a position where your work has a lasting impact and where professional integrity, compassion, and accountability are valued, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Smith Agency?
At Smith Agency, we believe that consistency creates success. Our foster care program is built on long-term relationships, individualized support, and a commitment to helping children achieve safe, stable, and permanent outcomes.
What We Offer
✔ Competitive salary of $48,000 – $55,000 annually based on education and experience
✔ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
✔ 403(b) Retirement Plan with 100% Employer Match
✔ Paid Time Off with increases based on tenure (up to 160 hours)
✔ Monthly Retention Bonus after one year of employment
✔ Mileage Reimbursement
✔ Paid Training and Continuing Professional Development
✔ Supportive Leadership Team
✔ Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
✔ Meaningful, Mission-Driven Work
Position Summary
The Foster Care Case Manager is responsible for coordinating and monitoring foster care services to ensure the safety, well-being, and permanency of children placed in care. This position requires strong organizational skills, professional judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance with Colorado Department of Human Services regulations.
The successful candidate will serve as an advocate for children and families while ensuring all licensing, placement, documentation, and case management requirements are completed accurately and timely.
Essential Responsibilities
- Monitor foster care placements to ensure safety, stability, and regulatory compliance.
- Conduct regular home visits with foster families and children.
- Complete home studies and assessments for prospective foster parents.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with foster families.
- Coordinate services for children and families to support successful placements.
- Serve as a liaison between county departments, schools, therapists, courts, medical providers, and foster families.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and audit-ready case documentation.
- Assist with child intake, placement, and transition planning.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, staffings, court-related activities, and case reviews.
- Provide crisis intervention and support when necessary.
- Participate in the agency's on-call rotation schedule.
QualificationsRequired
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, Behavioral Sciences, or a closely related field;
OR
- Bachelor's Degree in a non-related field plus a minimum of two years of relevant experience supervised by a Master's-level professional in accordance with Colorado Department of Human Services requirements.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass criminal background screening and drug screening.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organization, time management, and documentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment.
Preferred
- Previous foster care, child welfare, case management, social services, or family services experience.
- Knowledge of Colorado foster care regulations and licensing requirements.
- Experience conducting home studies and family assessments.
- Experience working with children who have experienced trauma.
Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Participation in evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency calls
Why This Position Matters
A great Foster Care Case Manager can change the trajectory of a child's life. The relationships you build with foster families, children, county partners, and community providers directly contribute to safe placements, successful reunifications, permanency outcomes, and brighter futures.
At Smith Agency, we are not looking for someone seeking a temporary position. We are seeking a dedicated Foster Care Case Manager who wants to build a long-term career with an organization that values expertise, consistency, and meaningful service.
Smith Agency Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace while serving children and families throughout Colorado.
Job Type: Full-Time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) Matching
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Referral Program
- Retirement Plan
- Vision Insurance
Work Location: In Person
Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Must pass background screening
Education:
Work Location: In person
