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 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).
Adoption assessor training is preferred
Valid driver's license, car insurance, and a clean driving record, as well as a reliable vehicle with valid registration is required

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 throughout Ohio.
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, health insurance, 401K option, PTO, and mileage reimbursement for this position.
Interested individuals should send resumes to: Caring for Kids, Attn: Kristin Jordan, 1100 Graham Road Circle, Stow, Ohio, 44224 or kristin@cfkadopt.org

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