Director of Foster Care and Adoptions

For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.

Position Summary:

Coordinate and oversee all areas related to foster care and adoption.

Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling.
2. South Carolina Certified Adoption Specialist Certification required within 6 months of hire.
3. Five years experience working with children in the child welfare system.
4. Prior experience working with a child placing agency is highly desired.
5. Must be proficient with various software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and electronic communication. Know or have the ability to quickly learn any database system required.
6. Must become a certified NCI and certified CARE trainer within 1 year of hire.
7. Must be able to pass standard background checks, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry, and Sex Offenders Registry.
8. Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.

What Epworth Children's Home offers full time employees:

• Rewarding Client Focused work environment.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life.
• 403(b) with company match.
• Ample vacation and sick leave.
• Mission/Volunteer leave.
• Credit Union.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Career opportunities throughout the state of SC!

The mission of Epworth Children's Home is to serve children, youth and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.