Wendy's Wonderful Kids Adoption Recruiter

Caring for Kids

Wendy's Wonderful Kids Adoption Recruiter

Stow, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.