Birth Parent Caseworker

Gladney Center For Adoption Inc; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Gladney Center for Adoption Inc is seeking a Birth Parent Caseworker to provide emotional and practical support to expectant and birth parents within the adoption process. The role involves coordinating communication between birth parents and prospective adoptive families, and supporting matching, placement, and post-placement activities.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2 years of experience in case management or adoption services, and willingness to travel up to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Nursing, or related human services field.
• 2 years of professional experience in case management, child welfare, adoption services, or related human services field.
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to birth parents with a client-centered approach.
• Collect background information, assess needs, and develop case management plans.
• Coordinate communication between birth parents and adoptive families.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Trauma-informed care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

SUMMARY:The Birth Parent Caseworker provides professional social services to expectant and birth parents considering adoption. This role is vital in ensuring children are placed in safe, loving, and permanent families. Through compassionate, holistic support, the caseworker guides and advocates for birth parents throughout the adoption process—from initial engagement through post-placement.JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Provide emotional and practical support to expectant and birth parents, with a holistic, client-centered approach focused on both the parent and child’s well-being.Collect comprehensive background information, assess individual needs, and develop customized case management plans.Facilitate communication and coordination between birth parents and prospective adoptive families, ensuring all parties feel informed, supported, and respected.Assist in the matching, placement, and post-placement supervision of children in adoptive homes, maintaining sensitivity to the emotional complexities involved.Complete and document home studies and post-placement reports in accordance with agency, state, and federal requirements.Identify and utilize agency, state, federal, and community resources to support birth parents and adoptive families.Locate and coordinate local resources for clients, even when working across diverse geographic locations.Maintain accurate and timely documentation in client case files and case management systems, including contact notes, time spent, and service activities.Close adoption files and ensure the sealing of records in accordance with legal and agency guidelines.Serve as a flexible problem-solver, adapting to changing needs and circumstances, including working evenings and weekends when necessary.Perform other duties and special projects assigned to support organizational objectives and enhance operational efficiency.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Nursing, or a related human services field.2 years of professional experience in case management, child welfare, adoption services, or a related human services field involving client, family, volunteer, or community engagement. A Master’s degree in a related field, including human development, counseling, community engagement, social services, or similar disciplines, may substitute for up to one year of experience.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Excel; Microsoft TeamsValid/current driver’s license. Must be able to drive at night.Strong knowledge of adoption practices, trauma-informed care, and family dynamics.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build rapport with diverse populations.Comfortable working independently, managing complex cases, and exercising sound judgment.PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:Experience in client assessment, case management, and/or adoption counseling.Bilingual in Spanish (spoken and written).WORKING CONDITIONS:Combination of office, home-based, and community settings.Frequent travel and fieldwork, including visits to client homes, hospitals, and community resource centers. Travel may account for up to 50% of working time.Flexible hours required, including occasional evenings and weekends to meet the needs of clients.Emotionally demanding work requiring strong boundaries and self-care awareness. • Operate primarily in a climate-controlled office environment with a fast-paced workflow, requiring the ability to shift between tasks, manage frequent interruptions, and meet time-sensitive deadlines efficiently.Regular, punctual attendance is essential for maintaining efficient service delivery.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during home visits, community outreach, and office work.Must be able to drive for prolonged periods, including frequent local and occasional regional travel.Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., files, training materials, or equipment).Must be able to enter a variety of home and hospital environments, which may include stairs, limited accessibility, or varying conditions.Frequent use of computer, phone, and other office equipment for case documentation and communication.May experience emotionally challenging situations requiring mental and emotional resilience.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementGladney Center for Adoption is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.