Adoptive Family Caseworker
Positions: Adoptive Family Caseworker
Reports To: Infant Adoption Program Manager
Posted Salary Range: $21.15 – $25.00/year (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Hours: Part-Time, Non-Exempt (20-24 hours/week)
Benefits: Pro-rated Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Catastrophic Leave, Parental Leave, LCSW Clinical Hours Supervision Program, Telecommuting Program, and more
To Apply: Submit cover letter and resume to Erin Groce (HR Director) via the form below
Mission & Culture:
Adoption Options is an inclusive, non-profit adoption agency dedicated to enriching the lives of children, youth and families. We provide education, placement services, counseling and support for all members of the adoption community. The staff and Board of Directors at Adoption Options is actively working as a team to uphold the company’s stated values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Inclusion, Education, and Professionalism in all aspects of the organization.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Infant Adoption Program Manager, the Adoptive Family Caseworker provides a variety of advanced administrative functions that support critical agency child placement services. The Adoptive Family Caseworker is responsible for coordinating significant aspects of the adoption process including but not limited to; case management and facilitation, scheduling and completion of home assessments using SAFE (structured analysis family evaluation), presentation of conclusions and recommendations, post placement supervision as required and the preparation, completion and distribution of all related documentation. In addition, the Adoptive Family Caseworker must maintain up-to-date situational awareness of all active cases, clients, processes, and events.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
Position Requirements: Requirements listed below represent the knowledge/skills/ability required.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and physical demands. Adoption Options management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and agency needs as necessary.
To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Adoption Options will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Adoption Options does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Adoption Options will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
Adoption Options is a recognized leader in supporting and serving LGBTQ+ families through the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's - All Children All Families.
Reports To: Infant Adoption Program Manager
Posted Salary Range: $21.15 – $25.00/year (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Hours: Part-Time, Non-Exempt (20-24 hours/week)
Benefits: Pro-rated Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Catastrophic Leave, Parental Leave, LCSW Clinical Hours Supervision Program, Telecommuting Program, and more
To Apply: Submit cover letter and resume to Erin Groce (HR Director) via the form below
Mission & Culture:
Adoption Options is an inclusive, non-profit adoption agency dedicated to enriching the lives of children, youth and families. We provide education, placement services, counseling and support for all members of the adoption community. The staff and Board of Directors at Adoption Options is actively working as a team to uphold the company’s stated values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Inclusion, Education, and Professionalism in all aspects of the organization.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Infant Adoption Program Manager, the Adoptive Family Caseworker provides a variety of advanced administrative functions that support critical agency child placement services. The Adoptive Family Caseworker is responsible for coordinating significant aspects of the adoption process including but not limited to; case management and facilitation, scheduling and completion of home assessments using SAFE (structured analysis family evaluation), presentation of conclusions and recommendations, post placement supervision as required and the preparation, completion and distribution of all related documentation. In addition, the Adoptive Family Caseworker must maintain up-to-date situational awareness of all active cases, clients, processes, and events.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and conduct formal presentation events that inform potential clients about Adoption Options’ philosophy, experience and services
- Facilitate and/or co-facilitate any preparation/education/information session groups or training as required
- Undertake initial assessment meetings to determine client suitability for the adoption process
- Understanding of birthparent (BP) counseling legal requirements and processes
- Complete all family evaluations with a minimum of 3 joint visits in the clients’ home and conduct individual interviews with each applicant. Complete the assessment in the SAFE format.
- Prepare written family assessment and present to a Program Manager/Placement Supervisor in a timely manner
- Organize all materials and related documents for presentation to the chosen family
- Provide court reports as directed and attend court hearings when necessary
- Provide post-placement support and supervision including a minimum of 3 homes visits within the first six months of supervision. Complete and submit post-placement reports to the court on a quarterly basis, or as directed.
- Track, complete and distribute all placement documents
- Prepare and complete ICPC documentation regarding adoptive families as required
- Maintain up-to-date and thorough client files both through the electronic records system and the hard file as required by state regulations
- Work independently and within a team on special on non-recurring projects as assigned by the Program Manager. These activities may require working with agency clients, assisting co-workers, planning, scheduling and communicating progress both verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to perform “on-call” services as required
- Must be prepared to take intakes and answer questions of prospective clients
Position Requirements: Requirements listed below represent the knowledge/skills/ability required.
- Bachelors Degree in the Social or Behavioral Sciences, Master’s Degree preferred
- A minimum of two years Human Services experience
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred
- Must possess exceptional interpersonal, presentation, time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Be trained and certified in SAFE (structured analysis family evaluation) process or, obtain SAFE certification as soon as practical post hire
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
- An analytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data for reports and find solutions to a variety of client and agency related situations
- Consistently demonstrate an ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet the current needs of the agency, such as reprioritizing work as necessary
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to responsibilities
- Display a willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment, support and explain rationale for decisions, include appropriate individuals in decision-making process and make decisions in a timely fashion
- Meet the attendance requirements of the job, including weekends and evenings as directed
- Must have access to reliable transportation and possess a valid unrestricted drivers’ license and must have proof of 100/300/100 current car insurance on any vehicles driven for the agency as frequent local travel will be required, overnight travel possible
- Work within approved budgets as established by the Executive Director
- Be knowledgeable in Microsoft applications
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes
- Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching and prolonged periods of sitting
- Routinely lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds
- Required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal with ongoing key board data entry
- Ability to safely and efficiently operate a motor vehicle
- Vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and physical demands. Adoption Options management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and agency needs as necessary.
To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Adoption Options will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Adoption Options does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Adoption Options will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
Adoption Options is a recognized leader in supporting and serving LGBTQ+ families through the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's - All Children All Families.
