Location: Lansing area
Employment Type: Full time
Pay: $43,888 yearly salary
Are you passionate about helping children achieve safe, stable, and permanent homes? Join Legacy Adoption Services as an Adoption Specialist and play a vital role in guiding children and families through the adoption journey.
In this role, you will provide advanced case management, coordinate placements, and support adoptive families—making a lasting impact on the lives of children in need of permanency.
Legacy Adoption Services (LAS) is a trusted adoption provider in Michigan, formed through a long-standing partnership between Samaritas and Wellspring Lutheran Services. For over four decades, LAS has supported children who cannot be raised by their birth families by connecting them with safe, loving adoptive homes.
We are committed to providing compassionate, responsive, and high-quality services that create stability and lasting family connections.
Apply today and be part of a legacy of service and impact!
The Adoption Specialist provides comprehensive case management services to children and adoptive families, ensuring all services meet contractual, regulatory, and accreditation standards. This role supports the full adoption process, from family preparation through finalization and post-placement services.
Adoption Planning and Case Management
- Manage a caseload of children and families throughout the adoption process
- Maintain knowledge of adoption regulations, policies, and best practices
- Prepare, assess, and support families through the adoption readiness process
Matching and Placement Coordination
- Coordinate the matching process between children and prospective adoptive families
- Facilitate pre-placement planning and transition activities
- Coordinate placement logistics, including transportation of children as needed
Legal and Court Involvement
- Attend court hearings, case conferences, and required meetings
- Complete all legal documentation and requirements for adoption finalization
- Ensure compliance with all state and agency regulations
Collaboration and Partnerships
- Work closely with foster care staff, adoption agencies, and the Department of Health and Human Services
- Participate in recruitment and community engagement activities
Documentation and Post-Placement Support
- Maintain accurate, timely case records and reports
- Track client progress and outcomes in accordance with program standards
- Provide post-placement services and ongoing support to adoptive families
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required
- State of Michigan licensure preferred
Experience
- At least one year of experience in adoption services, child welfare, or a related field preferred
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong understanding of child welfare and adoption processes
- Ability to manage complex cases and multiple priorities
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Attention to detail and strong documentation abilities
- Commitment to supporting children and families through permanent placement
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance
- Ability to travel locally as needed
- Make a lasting impact by helping children find permanent, loving homes
- Work in a mission-driven, collaborative environment
- Be part of a long-standing, respected adoption program
- Grow your career in child welfare and adoption services
If you are committed to helping children achieve permanency and supporting families through the adoption journey, we encourage you to apply.
Join Legacy Adoption Services and help build forever families.
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