Post Adoption Coordinator

Lutheran Social Service • Sioux Falls, SD

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping children and youth in out-of-home placement connect with family members? If so, this position might be a great fit for you! #YouareLSS You Belong at Lutheran Social Services We believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving, and nurturing family. Our priority is to support and empower adoptive families, ensuring children find the permanency of a "forever family"—a place where they can heal, grow, and reach their full potential. This position may be eligible for a $600 Sign on Bonus Onsite: Sioux Falls, SD., Travel is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in a human services environment, or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Willingness to submit to record checks to detect criminal convictions of behavior harmful towards children, spousal abuse, distributing drugs or sex crimes.
• Requires a valid auto-insurance, a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and coordinates post-adoption support services for adoptive families and youth.
• Collaborates with community partners to build and maintain resources, develop referral networks, and enhance awareness of adoption-related services.
• Organizes and facilitates support groups, trainings, workshops, and an annual conference, while ensuring appropriate staffing and logistical support for program activities.
• Publicizes program services through outreach and communication efforts, including newsletters and community engagement.
• Assists in the monitoring and achievement of program goals and outcomes.
• Maintains accurate program documentation and utilizes required systems to support service delivery and reporting.

Benefits

• $600 hiring bonus external candidates only
• PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) 3% match
• Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family
• Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees