Adoptions & Permanency Worker - Full time

Northern Children Services • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Full-time Adoptions and Permanency Worker and help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families! Are you passionate about supporting the healthy development of children, youth, and families for a brighter future? Look no further! At Northern Children’s Services (Northern), every role in the organization contributes to helping us achieve our mission and vision. We believe that every child and youth has the potential to transform themselves – no matter their background or life situation. We work to “walk the talk” when it comes to our organizational values: Excellence, Respect, Resilience, Cultural Humility & Justice, Healing, and Wellness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field required
• Good working knowledge of the Child Welfare System.
• Knowledge of and ability to navigate other systems.
• Working knowledge of the use of computers and pertinent software programs.
• Ability to read and understand complex instructions such as regulatory policies.
• Ability to give clear and concise oral and written instructions.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to communicate and interact with all staff.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, consumers, vendors, and the public.
• Expertise
• Physical Capabilities
• Trauma-Informed Approach

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years’ experience in related field highly Preferred
• Experience working in child welfare for 1-2 years preferred
• Possess knowledge of trauma related issues regarding children living outside their birth family.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management to youth and families pursuing adoption or permanency.
• Provide adoptive families with consultation and training regarding the adoption process.
• Assist in ensuring continuous program compliance through the completion of timely submission of SWAN units.
• Adhere to changing policies as it pertains to the duties of the program.
• Effectively manage a caseload of SWAN units consisting of – Child Profiles, Family Profiles, Family Matching, Placement, Child Preparation, Child Specific Recruitment, Adoption Finalization, and Post-Permanency Services.
• Clearly and effectively communicate all pertinent information to all involved parties as required by state and local regulations and agency standards.
• Advocate for the needs of the consumer and resource family to obtain needed resources.
• Participate in weekly supervision with Adoptions/Permanency Supervisor or Director.
• Complete all required documentation that coincides with the specific SWAN unit timeframe in a timely manner.
• Document all case contact with identified consumer, birth family, kinship/resource parents, and other relevant parties on a weekly basis, through the SWAN portal time and cost of specific SWAN unit in using agency guidelines and format.
• Schedule file reviews and visits at times convenient for all involved parties.
• Manage time to complete both direct service requirements, paperwork and prepare for meetings.
• Work jointly with other agencies to ensure continuity of service on behalf of the consumer and resource family.
• Prepare adequately for weekly supervision to ensure case reviews occur on a consistent basis.
• Attend and complete all required trainings and pursue other training for professional growth.
• Represent the agency at SWAN quarterlies, conference meetings and trainings.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Complete other Duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost.
• Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance.
• Range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
• Generous paid time off or sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential referral and counseling services.
• Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level