Foster Care & Adoption Social Worker

Children and Families First Delaware Inc • Wilmington, DE

124d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provide assessment, planning, counseling/therapy, referrals, advocacy and other services to birth families, resource parents and children/youth that have joined resource families. Work includes both Foster Care and Adoption case work. Position based in Wilmington, with state-wide travel required as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related degree, required.
• Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency’s service population.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong engagement skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the field, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, planning, counseling/therapy, referrals, advocacy, and collateral contacts.
• Prepare and maintain timely documentation and records in accordance with agency, state accreditation, and other requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Testify at court hearings as necessary.
• Complete necessary court reports and court updates.
• Participate in regular peer review, individual supervision, and clinical consultation as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain professional, collaborative relationships with the agency and community.
• Plan, design, and present educational programs as appropriate.
• Participates in training for foster care/adoption parents.
• Maintain agency standards regarding confidentiality, quality, and productivity.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401 (k) plan with matching
• Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Education and Training Benefits, such as tuition assistance, clinical licensure assistance
• Perk's Plus, Employee Wellness Benefits
• Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday Pay

What This Job Offers

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