Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Caring for Kids, Inc. (foster care and adoption agency) is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated full-time social worker to become part of our Wendy’s Wonderful Kids team. This child focused recruiter will serve children in the custody of a variety of counties throughout the State of Ohio, and strive to find adoptive families for older and hard to place youth.
Job Type: Full Time (40 hours/week)
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Thorough case record review
Meet with the youth monthly, at a minimum, to develop trust and build rapport
Build a support network for the youth by meeting with significant adults and maintaining regular ongoing contact with past connections such as siblings, caregivers, relatives, professionals, and others important to the child
Identification of interested individuals and potential permanency connections through a diligent search
Customize recruitment activities
Provide ongoing assessment of child’s readiness for adoption and preparation needs
Child preparation for specific placement and family education regarding child’s needs
Planning for post-placement services and support
Attend regular agency meetings and events as requested
Attend educational opportunities provided by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher is required
Experience in child welfare, foster care or adoption is required. At least three years of experience in one of those areas is preferred
Licensure in the State of Ohio is preferred (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC or equivalent).
Tier I and Tier II adoption assessor training is preferred
Performance/Physical Requirements
Work is performed from home, at county buildings, and in the community, and involves frequently driving to meetings and visits with youth.
Attention to detail and confidentiality required.
This full time position (40 hours per week) has flexible hours and will involve some evenings and occasional weekend appointments.
Requires computer competency.
Ability to manage own time and schedule..
Caring for Kids offers competitive wages, 401K option, PTO, and mileage reimbursement for this position.
Interested individuals should send resumes to: Caring for Kids, Attn: Renee Baker, 650 Graham Road, Suite 101, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221 or renee@cfkadopt.org
Flexible work from home options available.