Adoption & Permanency Specialist

Camelot Community Care Inc; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K Plan

11 paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick time

Tuition and CEU reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Camelot Community Care is seeking Adoption Home Finders to support the safety and permanency goals of children in care. You will complete case notes, coordinate with case managers, and facilitate court-related activities, including reviews and reunification efforts.

You will build relationships with families, providers, and supervisory staff while maintaining child welfare certifications through ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field is required.
• One year of relevant social services experience working with children and families is required.
• Ability to accurately complete case notes and coordinate with other staff.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staff development opportunities and maintain child welfare certification.
• Work as a cooperative member of the unit and support other team members on cases.
• Maintain relationships with supervisory staff to guide activities during unusual circumstances.
• Maintain relationships with community resource providers to facilitate referrals and continuity of care.
• Establish and maintain relationships with children and families focusing on permanency and safety.
• Accurately complete case notes and enter data as required by policy.
• Prepare for and attend court activities, hearings and reviews as needed.
• Develop and complete judicial reviews, assessments and reunification/termination reports on time.
• Attend individual case staffings and conduct routine safety assessments.
• Make referrals for services as needed and arrange emergency placements when required.
• Document diligent searches for parents and family members and locate them when possible.
• Complete home studies for prospective placements and plan visits with families.

Skills

Case management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Social Work

Job description

Camelot Community Care is seeking Adoption Home Finders to support the safety and permanency goals of children in care. You will complete case notes, coordinate with case managers, and facilitate court-related activities, including reviews and reunification efforts.

You will build relationships with families, providers, and supervisory staff while maintaining child welfare certifications through ongoing training.