Georgia Regional Director

GLADNEY CENTER FOR ADOPTION

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About The Position

The Georgia Regional Director manages the entire licensing application process, coordinating required documentation, submitting applications, and maintaining consistent communication with licensing authorities. This role also works with expectant parents considering adoption through out Georgia and the East Coast. This role could potentially perform home studies and post-placement evaluations for domestic, intercounty, and foster care adoptions, ensuring accurate and compliant client recordkeeping. Serving as Gladney’s primary liaison, the position supports families by linking them to community resources and actively promotes adoption services through outreach efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and two years administrative or supervisory experience in a human services delivery field, GA licensing regulations.
Experience conducting home studies or family assessments in a social services or adoption setting.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits and client meetings.
Familiarity with state licensing regulations and requirements related to adoption and foster care.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for managing documentation and record keeping.
Excellent communication skills for liaising with licensing agencies, clients, and internal teams.
Ability to advocate effectively with external agencies and follow through on application processes.
Ability/availability to travel throughout the state of GA, and possibly to other states, to provide adoption services to expectant/birth mothers.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field.
Licensure as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or equivalent certification.
Experience specifically with SAFE studies and knowledge of state-specific adoption and foster care processes.
Proficiency with case management software and electronic record keeping systems.
Strong networking skills and experience conducting outreach with hospitals, professionals, and community organizations
Multilingual abilities or experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Provide emotional and practical support to expectant and birth parents with a holistic, client-centered approach focused on both the parent and child’s wellbeing.
Assist in the matching, placement, and post-placement supervision of children in adoptive homes, maintaining sensitivity to the emotional complexities involved.
Compile and maintain a comprehensive list of required documents, tasks, and materials needed to complete licensing applications.
Establish and maintain a Gladney address for licensing purposes.
Prepare, complete, and submit licensing applications to the appropriate licensing authorities.
Serve as the primary Gladney liaison and agent in all interactions with licensing agencies.
Provide high quality case management and options counseling to expectant and birth mothers who are considering adoption within GA and the East Coast
Appear in court, if necessary, in GA to advocate for/complete in-state adoptions.
Maintain confidentiality of all information and documents.
Conduct home studies for both Gladney clients and contracted agencies or families.
Complete post-placement updates for domestic, intercounty, and foster care adoptions for Gladney clients and contracted agencies/families.
Maintain detailed client files, including progress notes, case records, social histories, service plans, and post-adoption correspondence forms.
Make referrals to appropriate programs and services based on client needs.
Assist clients with completing detailed background forms and provide guidance on agency policies and procedures.
Identify and connect clients with community resources such as educational, housing, medical, counseling, and substance abuse services.
Conduct outreach to hospitals and other professionals to promote adoption services.
Perform other duties and special projects assigned to support organizational objectives and enhance operational efficiency.