Case Aide, Foster Care (Albany, NY)

Job Description

Job Description

CASE AIDE – FOSTER CARE

Program : Foster Care Services – Albany, New York

Type : Full-time

Pay Range : $18.91 – $23.58 (Hourly)

Job Ref. # : 144

Schedule : Monday – Friday, flexed schedule

Job Overview :

The Foster Care Case Aide provides administrative and operational support for the agency’s Foster Care Program. The Case Aide assists with the logistics of departmental operations, including family visits and service plan review meetings, supporting the transportation, care, and supervision of children during these events. This vital position assists the Family Specialists in ensuring that successful case activities occur for our foster care families and foster parents.

Transportation may also be needed for a child to access medical appointments, educational events, mental health counseling appointments, and visits with a variety of family members. During these activities, the Case Aide works closely with the foster care family specialists and receives their support and guidance. Additionally, this key individual provides administrative support to maximize the department’s efficiency in overall operations and administrative functioning.

Our Mission :

St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.

Requirements :

• Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field, is preferred.
• Candidates with a combination of education & lived experience related to child welfare or social services will be considered.
• A current, Clean and Valid New York State Driver’s License (actively licensed at least one year) is required .

Staff in driving positions must be able to meet the agency’s minimum requirements of our insurance policy for authorized drivers including, but not limited to, the minimum age of 21 at time of hire; with the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include :

What We Offer You

EEO Statement : St. Catherine’s Center for Children is committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, reproductive health and pregnancy, family history and genetics, disability, age, military status, veteran status, politics, or other beliefs, and any other characteristics protected by law.