Field Home Study Specialist — Foster & Adoption Readiness

Bobit Business Media; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Support from a mission-driven team

Meaningful work for children

Job summary

The Bair Foundation is seeking a Home Study Assessor for field-based work to conduct home studies and assessments determining readiness to foster or adopt. You will prepare reports that support permanency decisions and guide families through the homestudy process with professionalism and care.

This role requires independent work, strong interviewing and writing skills, and a valid driver’s license as you visit families and collaborate with staff to meet regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related human services field preferred.
• Experience working with children, families, or social service systems preferred.
• Strong assessment, interviewing, and professional writing skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Assessment skills

Interviewing

Professional writing

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

The Bair Foundation is seeking a Home Study Assessor for field-based work to conduct home studies and assessments determining readiness to foster or adopt. You will prepare reports that support permanency decisions and guide families through the homestudy process with professionalism and care.

This role requires independent work, strong interviewing and writing skills, and a valid driver’s license as you visit families and collaborate with staff to meet regulatory standards.