Adoption Specialist

Position Summary

The Adoption Specialist position is responsible for the case management of children available for adoption and prospective adoptive families. Plans, prepares and implements adoption services. 

Annual Salary Range: $44,000.00 - $50,600.00

Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?

If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you.

About Catholic Charities West Michigan

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.

• CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
• CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments of children and prospective adoptive families
• Provides services based on assessment of children and prospective adoptive families
• Attends and testifies at court hearings regarding services and develops a plan to establish permanence for children
• Assists in transporting clients when needed
• Attends case review meetings and assist the child welfare team to maximize coordination and continuity of services
• Contacts foster parents, extended family members, attorneys, therapists, schools and others to coordinate services and implement child service/treatment plans

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of computer systems and relevant software
• Ability to make appropriate assessments and recommendations
• Ability to prepare reports, maintain records, and collect and evaluate client data
• Ability to work with community organizations and use community resources to meet client needs
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment

Recommended Employment Qualifications

Education:

A Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field is required.

Experience:

A minimum of three years of related experience in human services is highly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

none required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Our Mission

Inspired by the Church's social teachings, Catholic Charities West Michigan fosters individuals and families to flourish by providing help and creating hope.

Our Vision

Catholic Charities West Michigan is called to create a just and compassionate community where all people can achieve their divine purpose.

Our Values

• Sanctity of All Life
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Respect
• Equity

CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency.