Adoption Specialist: Build Families & Change Lives

Samaritas; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Adoption Services in Michigan seeks an Adoption Specialist to provide comprehensive case management for children and adoptive families, guiding the full process from readiness through finalization and post-placement services.

You will coordinate matching, plan placements, attend court hearings, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with foster care staff and state agencies to support permanent, loving homes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required.
• State of Michigan licensure preferred.
• At least one year of experience in adoption services, child welfare, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of child welfare and adoption processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and families throughout the adoption process.
• Maintain knowledge of adoption regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Prepare, assess, and support families through the adoption readiness process.
• Coordinate the matching process between children and prospective adoptive families.
• Facilitate pre-placement planning and transition activities.
• Coordinate placement logistics, including transportation of children as needed.
• Attend court hearings, case conferences, and required meetings.
• Complete all legal documentation and requirements for adoption finalization.
• Ensure compliance with all state and agency regulations.
• Work closely with foster care staff, adoption agencies, and the Department of Health and Human Services.
• Participate in recruitment and community engagement activities.
• Maintain accurate, timely case records and reports.
• Track client progress and outcomes in accordance with program standards.
• Provide post-placement services and ongoing support to adoptive families.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

State of Michigan licensure preferred

Job description

Legacy Adoption Services in Michigan seeks an Adoption Specialist to provide comprehensive case management for children and adoptive families, guiding the full process from readiness through finalization and post-placement services.

You will coordinate matching, plan placements, attend court hearings, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with foster care staff and state agencies to support permanent, loving homes.