Top 29 Foster care Jobs in Harlingen Tx

Social Service Worker
The Bair Foundation —Harlingen, TX
- $40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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8d
OPT Home Study Assessor
The Bair Foundation —Harlingen, TX
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Paid orientation
6d
Part Time Weekend Activity Assistant
Civitas Senior Living —Harlingen, TX
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Program Director
Urban Strategies LLC —San Benito, TX
- $109,970 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Remote
- Spanish
- Master of Social Work
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Contracted PASRR Specialized Services Provider, IDD, Corpus Christi, Tx
Nueces County MHMR Community Center —Texas
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Clinician (Foster Program - Harlingen)
Hands of Healing —Harlingen, TX
- $66,757 - $70,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Spanish
- Master of Social Work
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2d
Clinician (Long Term Foster Care Program)
Hands of Healing —Los Fresnos, TX
- $66,575 - $70,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Spanish
- Master of Social Work
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Assistant Lead Case Manager (Long Term Foster Care Program)
Hands of Healing —Los Fresnos, TX
- $57,500 - $59,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Spanish
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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2d
Advanced Medical Support Assistant - Health Administration Service
US Veterans Health Administration —Harlingen, TX
- $45,409 - $59,031 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
6d
Shift Leader 3rd Shift
SUNNY GLEN CHILDRENS HOME INC —San Benito, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Writing skills
Program Coordinator
ResCare Community Living —Harlingen, TX
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
1d
Outreach & Health Education Specialist Valley
Driscoll Health —Brownsville, TX
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
HEALTH EDUCATOR (Grant Funded)
Cameron County —San Benito, TX
- From $39,562 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
1d
Harlingen - Direct Support Professional / Caregiver - FT / PT- Weekends / PRN
Texas HCS Inc. —Harlingen, TX
- $10 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
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Assistant Lead Case Manager
SUNNY GLEN CHILDRENS HOME INC —Brownsville, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
2d
In-Home Care Provider
Love 'N Care —Santa Rosa, TX
- $13.25 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Patient monitoring
- BLS Certification
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Senior Social Worker (WVVP) - Recruitment/Relocation/EDRP Incentive Authorized
US Veterans Health Administration —Harlingen, TX
- $93,537 - $121,601 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Master of Social Work
- Up to 50% travel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
1d
Shift Supervisor 3RD Shift
SUNNY GLEN CHILDRENS HOME INC —Brownsville, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Computer literacy
8h
TUTOR
Brownsville Housing Authority —Brownsville, TX
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
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Psychologist (PTSD/EBP)-EDRP-Recruitment/Relocation Incentives
US Veterans Health Administration —Harlingen, TX
- $84,114 - $155,852 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays

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Social Service Worker

The Bair Foundation -
Harlingen, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Driving
Compliance documentation
Working with families
Progress documentation

Full Job Description

YOUR JOB

As a Social Service Worker, you are on the front lines of ensuring children in foster and kinship care experience safe, stable, and nurturing homes. You’ll work closely with foster families, children, and service teams to assess well-being, monitor progress, and ensure services meet each child’s unique needs. This role combines direct support, clinical judgment, and advocacy—allowing you to build meaningful relationships while helping children and families move toward stability, healing, and permanency in alignment with The Bair Foundation’s mission.

Location: Harlingen, Texas

WHO WE ARE

Founded in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania in 1967, The Bair Foundation is a Christian non-profit ministry serving children and families. We have provided quality care and services to children, youth, and families through a myriad of effective community-based services. Today, The Bair Foundation provides services in 9 states, including Kentucky, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Our programs are child-centered, family-focused, strength-based, and culturally competent, which are making a significant and positive impact on the children and families we serve. We strive to touch lives and create a better future.

WHAT YOU’LL DO TO MAKE AN IMPACT

Protect Child Safety – Actively monitor placements, evaluate risk, and respond decisively to safety concerns, including allegations of abuse or neglect.
Equip and Support Caregivers – Coach and support foster and kinship families through supervision and training grounded in the Together Facing The Challenge model.
Coordinate Effective Services – Lead assessment and service planning efforts in partnership with families and team members to support treatment goals and permanency.
Track Outcomes and Well-Being – Complete consistent home visits and ongoing assessments to ensure children receive appropriate care and services.
Maintain Regulatory Compliance – Ensure documentation and service delivery consistently align with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

WHAT YOU BRING

· Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field (state-specific requirements apply)

· Experience providing casework services to children and families, preferably in foster care or child welfare

· Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills

· Requirements: Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to meet state training and certification requirements

WHAT PUTS YOU AHEAD Familiarity with child welfare regulations and best practices

Certification or experience with Together Facing The Challenge or similar models
Comfort managing crises, on-call responsibilities, and complex family dynamics

YOUR PERKS

Generous Holidays off
Generous PTO benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Schedule
Mileage Reimbursement
401K with Employer Match (Traditional and ROTH options)
Training and Educational Assistance
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

This is not a complete job description. Full details to follow.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

This position requires employees to pass background checks as required by state and federal regulations for individuals working with children. Do you have any criminal convictions that may prevent clearance approval? Please explain below.

This role requires transporting our clients and maintaining eligibility under our insurance carrier’s policies. Have you had any driving-related convictions (such as DUI) that would prevent you from being covered by our insurance?
This position requires a Bachelor's degree or higher. Please indicate your highest level of education and field of study.

Please describe your experience working with children, families, foster care, adoption, behavioral health, or related social service programs.
Do you possess a valid driver's license, current vehicle registration, and reliable transportation to fulfill the requirements of this position?

Yes
No

This position requires providing services within clients' homes and communities. Are you willing and able to perform work in home-based settings?

Yes
No

This position requires travel throughout a service area. Are you willing and able to travel within the assigned territory as needed?

Yes
No

Work Location: In person

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foster care jobs in harlingen tx

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