Swan Permanency Specialist

JusticeWorks YouthCare; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Job summary

JusticeWorks YouthCare in Lehigh County seeks a Part Time SWAN Permanency Specialist to engage families and youth, gather data for profiles, and collaborate with local agencies, including schools and health providers.

Requirements include a Master’s or Bachelor’s in social work, criminal justice, psychology or related field with at least one year of direct care experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work evenings and weekends. JusticeWorks is 100% employee owned through ESOP.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, or related field with a minimum of one year direct care experience or supervised practice in lieu of the experience requirement.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
• Pass current, applicable clearances.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Engage families and youth in order to gather pertinent data needed for profiles.
• Interact with local Children and Youth Agencies as well as other providers, including schools, foster homes, mental health services, physical health providers, etc.
• Provide/facilitate training to pre-adoptive families as required.
• Attend court hearings and testify as required.
• Complete specific training in Child Preparation, Child Profile, Child Specific Recruitment, and Family Profile Units of Service.
• Attend trainings on trauma, grieving and other trainings related to assisting a child in the adoption process.
• Meet all benchmarks as outlined by SWAN.
• Attend all quarterly SWAN meetings as required of an affiliate agency.

Skills

Driver's license

Background clearances

Evening/weekend hours

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, or related field

Job description

Part-Time | Lehigh County | JusticeWorks YouthCare

JusticeWorks is looking for a Part Time SWAN Permanency Specialist immediately in Lehigh County. The qualified SWAN Permanency Specialist will be an independent, self-reliant person who appreciates being supported by a strong team.

Who We Are

At JusticeWorks, youth and families are at the center of everything we do. Our KidsFirst! philosophy inspires us to deliver structured, strengths-based services that promote safety, stability, and lasting success. We are committed to doing whatever it takes to help youth and families thrive.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – JusticeWorks is proud to be 100% employee owned!

Through our ESOP, eligible employees receive an ownership interest in JusticeWorks and an opportunity to build long-term retirement value at no cost to them. When our company succeeds, our employee owners benefit directly.

The qualified SWAN Permanency Specialist will have:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, or related field and a minimum of one (1) year direct care experience or supervised practice in lieu of the experience requirement.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
• Pass current, applicable clearances.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.

The qualified SWAN Permanency Specialist will:

• Engage families and youth in order to gather pertinent data needed for profiles.
• Interact with local Children and Youth Agencies as well as other providers, including schools, foster homes, mental health services, physical health providers, etc.
• Provide/facilitate training to pre-adoptive families as required.
• Attend court hearings and testify as required.
• Complete specific training in Child Preparation, Child Profile, Child Specific Recruitment, and Family Profile Units of Service.
• Attend trainings on trauma, grieving and other trainings related to assisting a child in the adoption process.
• Meet all benchmarks as outlined by SWAN.
• Attend all quarterly SWAN meetings as required of an affiliate agency.

JusticeWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.