Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Adoption Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in facilitating the adoption process for expectant parents and potential adoptive families, ensuring that every child finds a loving and supportive home. This position requires a strong background in child welfare, social work, or related social service fields. This is a PRN position meeting with clients in the community.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough Home Study assessments of prospective adoptive families to determine their suitability for adoption.
- Provide support and education to expectant parents considering adoption as well as assist with completing assessment and collecting documentation.
- Collaborate with National Office to provide best services to client in PA.
- Maintain accurate records of all interactions, assessments, and progress throughout the adoption process.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child Welfare, Psychology, or a related field is required.
- Knowledge of child protective services and the legal aspects of adoption is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
- Previous experience in social work, specifically in child welfare
- Prior experience completing home studies for child placement- This is a must.
We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families to apply for this rewarding position as an Adoption Specialist.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race (to include hair type, hair texture, or hair style), color, religious creed (to include all aspects of religious observances and practice, as well as belief), disability, ancestry, national origin, age (40 and over), or sex (to include pregnancy status, childbirth status, breastfeeding status, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex).
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever completed a home study for private adoption or for foster care?
Education:
Experience:
- Adoption: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pittsburgh, PA 15226
