| Position: | Adoption Caseworker |
|---|---|
| Reports To: | Permanency Supervisor |
| Pay Rate: | $32,662.50 annual salary |
| Job Type: | Full time |
| Location: | Erie County |
At Family Services of NW PA, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team members. We offer a friendly work environment, flexible hours, and the ability to work partially remote.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Adoption Caseworker provides direct service to clients and families in the Permanency Department. The worker is required to visit clients' homes on a regular basis. Strong organizational, writing, and verbal skills are necessary. Day and evening hours required.
AS AN ADOPTION CASEWORKER, YOU WILL:
- Completes child and family profiles, child preparation services, child-specific recruitment, child placement, and adoption finalizations.
- Screens potential applicants for adoption. Provides supervision of adoption placements.
- Prepares legal documents for adoption hearings and testifies at adoption finalizations.
- Performs on-call duties for crisis situations after hours on a rotating basis to provide support to children and families.
- Maintains case records in a timely manner as required in agency policy.
- Participates in staff development activities, including individual and peer supervision.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in social sciences required.
- Travel throughout Erie County and surrounding counties required.
- Must have a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Experience working in social services and/or the child welfare system preferred.
BENEFITS:
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
- Flexible scheduling and hybrid work opportunities to support work-life balance
- Generous vacation and sick time, 12 paid holidays, and 2 paid personal days
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage options at no cost and a 401(k) match up to 7.5%
- Supportive & collaborative team environment
- Professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills and advance your experience in child welfare and adoption services
ABOUT FAMILY SERVICES OF NW PA:
Family Services of NW PA (FSNWPA) is a non-profit social service agency with a mission to Strengthen Families and Transform Lives. We provide a comprehensive continuum of care and high-quality, innovative programs and services to children and families across Northwest Pennsylvania. Services are available in Erie, Crawford, and Mercer Counties in Pennsylvania. Learn more at www.FSNWPA.org.
Family Services of NW PA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. If you need assistance with our online application due to an impairment or disability, call 814-866-4530.
