Foster Child Case Manager

Giving Children a Chance (GCAC) of Georgia

Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)

About GCAC

Giving Children a Chance (GCAC) of Georgia is a Child Placing Agency dedicated to ensuring children in foster care experience safety, stability, and permanency. Our work is rooted in relationship-based, high-quality case management and strong collaboration with families, caregivers, and community partners.

The Role

GCAC is seeking a Foster Child Case Manager who is organized, compassionate, and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children. This position is responsible for developing and overseeing individualized plans of care, providing direct placement and ongoing case management services, and supporting children and caregivers throughout the foster care journey.

The ideal candidate understands that strong outcomes are built through relationships, consistency, and clear communication, and values teamwork and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care that promote safety, well-being, and permanency
• Provide ongoing case management and supervision following child placement
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
• Serve as a liaison with:
  • Department of Family and Children Services
  • Medical and mental health providers
  • School personnel
  • Judicial system representatives
  • Biological parents and foster parents
• Monitor child development, behavioral health, and placement stability
• Effectively manage conflict and navigate complex family dynamics
• Collaborate cross-functionally within the agency to ensure continuity of care

What We’re Looking For

An ideal candidate brings both professional competence and heart to work.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child and Family Development, Human Services, or a related field
• 2–5 years of relevant case management experience
• Strong knowledge of child development and child/adolescent mental health
• Excellent organizational, time management, and documentation skills
• Effective conflict management and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Genuine passion for supporting children and families

Why Work at GCAC

• Relationship-centered case management
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Meaningful, impact-driven work
• Opportunity to support permanency and long-term outcomes for children
• A role where your voice, professionalism, and care truly matter

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Salary requirements
• A detailed cover letter explaining interest in the position

📧 Send materials to: heatherL@gcacofgeorgia.com