Adoption Finalization Specialist (Hybrid)

MercyFirst; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403B retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Insurance discounts for staff

Training & development

Wellness program

Employee recognition

Job summary

MercyFirst in Brooklyn, NY, seeks an Adoption Specialist to prepare and finalize adoption packets, coordinate home studies, and support permanency planning for children and families.

You will collaborate with foster parents, caseworkers, medical and clinical teams, and legal partners to ensure timely adoptions and strong family placements. A BA in social work and a valid driver's license are required, with 1+ years' relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Valid Driver's License with satisfactory driving record.
• 1+ years of work experience with children and families including child development and family dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare adoption status updates for caseworkers for permanency hearings and court appearances.
• Meet with pre-adoptive foster parents to gather information for home study and adoption finalization.
• Complete adoptive home studies, home study addenda, and documentation for finalization packets.
• Attend ACS Adoption and KinGAP Exchange Meetings and report to EFFC staff.
• Attend monthly permanency status meetings with agency leadership.
• Collaborate with casework, medical/clinical, homefinding, and support staff.
• Attend legal proceedings and adoption finalizations as needed.
• Train staff and foster parents about adoption processes.
• Develop procedures related to adoption and monitor ASFA milestones.

Skills

Driver's license

Experience with children & families

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

MercyFirst in Brooklyn, NY, seeks an Adoption Specialist to prepare and finalize adoption packets, coordinate home studies, and support permanency planning for children and families.

You will collaborate with foster parents, caseworkers, medical and clinical teams, and legal partners to ensure timely adoptions and strong family placements. A BA in social work and a valid driver's license are required, with 1+ years' relevant experience.