Family Permanency Specialist

Boys & Girls Aid•Bend, OR

About The Position

Boys and Girls Aid is seeking a full-time Family Permanency Specialist to help children in foster care find permanent, loving homes. The position serves multiple counties across Central Oregon: Jefferson, Deschutes, Crook, Lake, Klamath, Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, and Wheeler (Districts 9–11). Candidates may reside anywhere within the covered counties, and the role requires travel throughout the region. The specialist uses individualized recruitment strategies to identify permanent families, works with the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) to review case records and identify family connections, and collaborates with children and ODHS caseworkers to prepare for adoption. Recruitment plans are tailored to each child's background and needs. The role also requires maintaining confidentiality and managing multiple priorities. Boys and Girls Aid is an inclusive, anti-racist, LGBTQIA2S+-positive organization dedicated to supporting children in foster care, juvenile justice, or experiencing homelessness. The organization emphasizes healthy work-life balance, open communication, transparency, and honesty, and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 5 years of experience in social work, counseling, or psychology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Reliable transportation.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

Use individualized recruitment strategies to find permanent families for children in foster care.
Partner with the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) to review case records and identify potential family connections.
Build relationships with children and collaborate with ODHS caseworkers to prepare for adoption.
Develop recruitment plans tailored to each child's background and needs.
Maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities effectively.