Field-Based Home Study Specialist Flexible Hours & Impact

Bobit Business Media; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling and per-assignment

Paid training and orientation

Support from a collaborative team

Meaningful work that supports permanen

Job summary

The Bair Foundation in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Home Study Assessor to conduct comprehensive home studies and assessments determining a family’s readiness to foster or adopt. This field-based role involves interviewing prospective families, visiting homes, and preparing reports to support permanency decisions.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field, and strong assessment and writing skills. A valid driver's license and vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Experience with children, families or social services is preferred.
• Strong assessment, interviewing, and professional writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth home studies and assessments per agency standards and regulatory requirements.
• Interview prospective families and complete home visits to evaluate safety, stability, and readiness.
• Prepare clear, accurate, timely written home study reports to support certification and permanency decisions.
• Guide and educate families through the home study process with professionalism and compassion.
• Collaborate with agency staff to ensure assessments meet quality and compliance expectations.
• Maintain organized documentation and meet timelines for assigned home studies.
• Represent the agency's mission and commitment to children in every interaction.

Skills

Assessment skills

Interviewing

Professional writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

The Bair Foundation in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Home Study Assessor to conduct comprehensive home studies and assessments determining a family’s readiness to foster or adopt. This field-based role involves interviewing prospective families, visiting homes, and preparing reports to support permanency decisions.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field, and strong assessment and writing skills. A valid driver's license and vehicle are required.