Employment Opportunities
Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Adoption Recruiter
Job Type:
FULL TIME (40 HOURS/WEEK)
BENEFITS
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Thorough case record review
Identification of interested individuals and potential permanency connections through a diligent search
Customize recruitment activities
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
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
Provide ongoing assessment of child’s readiness for adoption and preparation needs
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
Tier I and Tier II adoption assessor training is preferred
Licensure in the State of Ohio is preferred (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC or equivalent).
qualifications
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..
PERFORMANCE / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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 counties throughout the state of Ohio, and strive to find adoptive families for older and hard to place youth.
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, 1100 Graham Road Circle, Stow, OH 44224 or renee@cfkadopt.org
Compensation: $48,880.00 per year
Family Life Navigator
Reports to: Assigned Supervisor/Director
A full-time position dedicated to supporting children who have been adopted or impacted by foster care and their adoptive parents or other legal guardian in accessing services, resources, and supports to ensure long-term placement stability.
Primary Responsibilities
Engaging in marketing activities, including reconnecting with families who have previously adopted or taken legal custody of a youth in foster care to inform about the continuum of post-permanency services available.
Collaboration with foster care and WWK staff to facilitate an introduction with families to discuss program options.
Implementation of Family Adoption Preparation curriculum.
Completion of Comprehensive Family and Diagnostic Assessments.
Develop service/treatment plans based on the needs of the child and their family.
Provide family bonding activities customized to the age and needs of child(ren).
Provision of services including parent coaching, TBS/CPST, and educational advocacy.
Rotationally on-call by cell phone during non-work hours for consultation and crisis.
Assist with information and referrals for families in need of post-adoption support.
Overseeing social media and/or virtual support groups.
Plan and coordinate events bringing adoptive families and children together for education and support opportunities.
Coordination of services with a team of service providers.
Data collection for program analysis and reporting.
Utilize electronic records system to complete required documentation for compliance and billing, within set time frames.
Attend meetings and trainings as required.
Follow all policies and procedures established by Caring for Kids, Inc.
Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Work or Counseling is required.
- Licensure by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
- Personal or professional foster care/adoption experience required,
- Valid driver’s license, car insurance ($100,000/$300,000), and a clean driving record, as well as a reliable vehicle with valid registration, is required.
- Ohio Adoption Assessor.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Proficiency in clinical diagnosis and understanding of the DSM-V.
- Capable of effective crisis management.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
- Effective time management.
- Knowledge of community services and resources.
- Competence in working with clients of various demographic, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds with sensitivity and understanding.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently.
- Committed to high quality services for children and their families.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Problem analysis and assessment.
- Judgment and problem solving.
- Planning and organizing.
- Demonstrates initiative.
- High stress tolerance.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products and web-based applications.
Supervisory Responsibility
- None
Salary and Benefits
Commensurate with highest degree achieved and experience.
- 401K after 90 days
- Travel cost reimbursement
- Paid time off and flexible schedule
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Positive family like environment
Apply For Position
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