SWAN Permanency Specialist

Bethany Christian Services USA • Susquehanna Township, PA

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About The Position

Bethany Christian Services is a faith-rooted organization working to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. The SWAN Permanency Specialist supports the agency’s mission by helping children and families achieve permanency through adoption services. The role includes preparing family and child profiles, supporting placement and post-placement, coordinating case services, and completing required documentation in compliance with agency, program, licensing, state, and federal standards. Some essential duties may be performed during evenings and weekends as needed, and responsibilities may vary according to program or department needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited college.
• Experience writing home studies for domestic adoptions.
• Prior work experience in child or family welfare.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply logic and critical thinking to problem-solving.
• Ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service.
• Reliability with time-sensitive deadlines and tasks.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license with at least three years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany.
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage.
• Must pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries.
• Must subscribe to and integrate the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Develop home studies and family profiles for initially approved families in accordance with agency expectations and procedures.
• Complete required reports and documents in accordance with agency, program, and licensing expectations, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Provide placement and post-placement services for adoptive families in accordance with state licensure, COA, and Bethany standards.
• Administer process steps for child profiles, child preparation, child-specific recruitment, family profiles, and finalization.
• Prepare children for permanency through life books, therapeutic sessions, and other necessary interventions.
• Conduct thorough file reviews to support documentation and work effectively with clients.
• Recruit and screen families for specific children by consulting with youth, using appropriate media and technology, attending matching events, and networking with child-welfare professionals.
• Support families and children after placement through monthly visits and timely, efficient processing of applicable legal paperwork.
• Conduct periodic information meetings and trainings for prospective adoptive parents.
• Attend SWAN and adoption-related meetings and conferences as requested.
• Coordinate care with the respective local area or county and other professionals involved in the case.
• Perform essential duties during some evenings and weekends as needed.
• Stay current with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services.
• Participate in Bethany-sponsored events when required or requested.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility.
• 11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, and separate sick and paid absence banks.
• Education reimbursement for those who qualify.
• Employee assistance and wellness program.
• Employer-paid long-term disability and group term life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time