Post Adoption and Guardianship Services Coordinator

Easterseals NH & VT; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Disability

PTO

Paid holidays

Floating holiday

403(b) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Easterseals VT seeks a Post Adoption and Guardianship Services Coordinator to empower Vermont families formed through adoption and guardianship. You will deliver family-centered services, write care plans, notes, and reports, and collaborate with clinicians to support normative adoption experiences and early trauma recovery.

The role involves home visits, resource coordination, and participation in teams and meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required
• Two years of experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Write and implement plans of care approved by the consulting agency clinician
• Provide home-based services including adjusted parenting education and trauma-informed support
• Attend PPSP trainings and other VT Consortium trainings and Fostering to Forever classes
• Visit client homes to support caregivers and ensure plan compliance
• Assist families in finding resources and coordinate with school/treatment teams
• Testify in court when subpoenaed

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Job description

Job Description:Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Easterseals VT is seeking a Post Adoption and Guardianship Services Coordinator to empower Vermont families formed through adoption and guardianship by providing compassionate and tailored support. In collaboration with the State Post Permanency Manager, this role delivers family-centered services that focus on normative adoption experiences and early childhood trauma.If you are passionate about supporting families formed through adoption or guardianship, this is the role for you!Responsibilities include:Write and implement plans of care to be approved by the consulting agency clinician. Write contact notes, formal monthly reports and discharge summaries.Provide services to family in the home that encompass adjusted parenting education, developmental trauma education, normative adoption development, advocacy, school issues, kinship support, and consultation regarding birth parent contact.Assist the family in finding resources for preventative and supportive services and partner with parents by participating in treatment teams, school teams, coordinated services plan meetings, and other appropriate meetings.Attend PPSP quarterly trainings, a minimum of two additional trainings per year that relate to early trauma or adoption, all VT Consortium trainings and conferences, and all Fostering to Forever classes within their catchment areaVisit client homes to meet with caregivers to implement the requirements of the individual’s plan of care and ensure compliance of the case plan.Make diligent efforts to establish and maintain support groups for families formed through adoption and guardianship in assigned catchment area.Testify concerning treatment services in court when subpoenaed.Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in a related field requiredTwo (2) years of experience preferredExcellent writing skills necessaryValid driver’s license and reliable transportationHours: Part Time Hours Available based on Program Needs Post Permanency Services CoordinatorCompensation: Starting at $23/hour, with additional compensation based on relevant experience and education.What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & DisabilityPTO begins accruing on your first day!Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%Tuition reimbursement after one year of employmentStudent loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employmentWellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessationTo submit your application, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button. Difficulty submitting your application? Contact Jill: 603-732-7166 or [e-mail]#INDESVT