ADOPTION CASEWORKER

KidsPeace; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility in scheduling

Supervision and managers

Training

Tuition assistance

Professional growth

Competitive hourly rate

Agency vehicle available

Job summary

KidsPeace invites you to join our mission-driven team providing hope, help, and healing to children, adults and families. The Permanency Specialist works directly with kids and families to assist in achieving life-long connections, including adoption.

Meet with children and families to complete units of service as referred by the Statewide Adoption Network, and participate in adoption-related processes and finalization with a supportive, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field.
• 1-2 years experience in the child welfare system preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle, able to work independently in the field.
• Must be 21.

Responsibilities

• Meet with children and families to complete units of service as referred by the Statewide Adoption Network including Child Profiles, Family Profiles, Child Preparation, Child Specific Recruitment, and Adoption Finalization.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field

Job description

KidsPeace invites you to join our mission-driven team of professionals who provide hope, help, and healing to children, adults and those who love them. The Permanency Specialist works directly with kids and families in order to assist in achieving life-long connections, including adoption.

• Meet with children and families to complete units of service as referred by the Statewide Adoption Network including Child Profiles, Family Profiles, Child Preparation, Child Specific Recruitment, and Adoption Finalization

The Many Benefits To Joining The KidsPeace Team Include

• The camaraderie, teamwork and support of working in a small office, combined with the resources and supports offered by a large multi-state organization
• Flexibility in scheduling to support work/life balance
• Regular supervision and helpful managers
• Comprehensive initial and ongoing training
• Tuition assistance when applicable
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Competitive hourly rate
• Agency vehicle available

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field
• 1-2 years experience in the child welfare system preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license and registered vehicle, able to work independently in the field
• Must be 21

KidsPeace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity