Wendy's Wonderful Kids Adoption Recruiter (Central and Southern Ohio)

Job Description

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

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 Wendys 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.

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 childs readiness for adoption and preparation needs

Child preparation for specific placement and family education regarding childs 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

Bachelors 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

Flexible work from home options available.