Foster Care Coordinator

DescriptionFoster Care CoordinatorLocation:Chattanooga, TN(Community-based)Employment Type: Full-timeSalary:19.23 hourlyDate Posted:04/22/2026About The RoleClarvida is seeking a Foster Care Coordinator to support foster families and ensure the safety, stability, and well-being of children placed in care. In this role, you will serve as a key liaison between foster parents, children, internal teams, and community partners while ensuring compliance with state regulations and program standards.This is a community-based position that requires strong relationship-building skills, organization, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while supporting families through every stage of the foster care process.Responsibilities Recruit, support, and maintain ongoing relationships with foster families Coordinate placement services and ongoing support for children in foster care Conduct regular home visits and monitor placements to ensure child safety and well-being Provide guidance, resources, and training support to foster parents Collaborate with internal teams, state agencies, and community partners Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation Ensure compliance with state regulations, licensing standards, and agency policies Participate in case reviews, meetings, and service planning as required Respond to foster family needs, concerns, and placement-related issuesRequirements Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience as allowed by state guidelines) Experience working in child welfare, foster care, or family services preferred Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a community-based environment Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation Ability to pass all required background checksCompensation & BenefitsFull-Time Employees Competitive pay Paid vacation days that increase with tenure Separate sick leave that rolls over annually Up to 10 paid holidays* Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan optionsDailyPay– access earned wages without waiting for payday* Training, development, and continuing education opportunitiesAll Employees 401(k) Free licensure supervision (when applicable) Pet insurance Employee Assistance Program Mileage reimbursement Cell phone stipend National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainmentBenefit availability may vary by position, state, or county.How to ApplyIf you are passionate about supporting foster families and helping children thrive in safe, stable environments, we encourage you to apply for the Foster Care Coordinator position withClarvida.Learn more:www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-valuesSee other opportunities:www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvidaApplication DeadlineApplications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.Equal Opportunity StatementClarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.Keywordsfoster care coordinator Tennessee, foster care jobs TN, child welfare coordinator, foster family support jobs, community-based foster care,Clarvidacareers, case manager, case management