Adoption Champion for Youth & Families

Heartland for Children; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Domestic partner coverage

Retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A social services agency in Florida seeks a professional to connect youth with permanent homes through essential recruiting and matching activities. The role involves maintaining relationships with clients, providing casework services throughout the adoption process, and developing personalized readiness assessments. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a Human Services field, with a strong understanding of child welfare processes. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including tuition assistance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in child welfare eligibility determination preferred.
• Demonstrates professional application of theories in a protection or welfare environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients.
• Provide direct casework services throughout the adoption process.
• Engage hands-on with youth and caregivers.
• Conduct interviews and gather records for recruitment strategies.
• Develop individual adoption readiness assessments.

Skills

Social work theories and methods

Direct casework services

Interpersonal communication

Data tracking and reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Human Services

Job description

A social services agency in Florida seeks a professional to connect youth with permanent homes through essential recruiting and matching activities. The role involves maintaining relationships with clients, providing casework services throughout the adoption process, and developing personalized readiness assessments. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a Human Services field, with a strong understanding of child welfare processes. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including tuition assistance and generous paid time off.