Permanency Adoption Specialist - Now Hiring
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| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$13 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
About this job
Permanency Adoption Specialist
Pay & Perks:
Responsibilities:
Functions as a resource person to Case Managers and agency resource families about adoption and permanency issues
Works with foster care and adoptive families regarding adoption and permanency issues
Assists in the planning, coordinating, and participation in events aimed at promoting and/or celebrating adoption and permanency
Provide SWAN services to families and children
Performs additional duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety and maintain the standard of care appropriate for this position. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
The Permanency Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring children and families achieve stable, permanent living situations, with a focus on long-term well-being and safety. This position works collaboratively with social workers, families, and community partners to develop and implement permanency plans for children in foster care, adoption, or other family reunification scenarios. The specialist will also assess and support the progress of families in achieving reunification or other permanent placements, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred within the human service field and/or two years' experience working with children and/or families
- Valid Driver's License
- State Police, FBI, and Child Abuse Clearances are required for this position and will be paid for by the agency
Pay & Perks:
- Starting Pay Rate: $19.25
- Medical, Dental, Vision with premiums for employees fully paid
- HRA that covers $4500 of your $5000 deductible
- Paid parental leave
- FSA
- 401K
- 401K match of 4%
- PTO, up to 17 days per year
- 14 paid holidays
- Birthday Time off
- Volunteer time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Plan
Responsibilities:
Functions as a resource person to Case Managers and agency resource families about adoption and permanency issues
Works with foster care and adoptive families regarding adoption and permanency issues
Assists in the planning, coordinating, and participation in events aimed at promoting and/or celebrating adoption and permanency
Provide SWAN services to families and children
Performs additional duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety and maintain the standard of care appropriate for this position. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Families United Network is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full Time
Expected Hours: 40 Per Week
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In Person
Job Type: Full Time
Expected Hours: 40 Per Week
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In Person
Compensation details: 19.25-19.25 Hourly Wage
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