Adoption Case Manager - Newborn Adoption

Job Description

Job Description

Are you caring, organized, and skilled in Adoption? We are seeking a Case Manager to guide newborn adoptions for future parents and everyone involved in the adoption circle.. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive adoption services, including family assessments, adoptive parent preparation and education, matching and placement activities, legal coordination, post-placement supervision, and ongoing support services. The Adoption Case Manager plays a key role in promoting ethical, family-centered adoption practices while supporting children and families through every stage of the adoption journey.

Position Overview

• Conduct adoption orientations and consultations.
• Complete home studies and updates.
• Coordinate adoptive parent education programs.
• Facilitate matching and placement activities.
• Prepare adoption related reports and legal documentation.
• Coordinate court proceedings and provide ongoing support to families before, during, and after placement.
• Support community outreach efforts, educational programming, post -adoption support services, and collaboration with hospitals, attorneys, courts, mental health providers, and other community partners.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Master’s degree preferred.
• Michigan licensed Bachelor Social Work (LBSW) credential, LMSW preferred
• Experience working in adoption services and a strong understanding of open adoption philosophy, trauma-informed care, and the unique needs of adoptive families, birth families, and adoptees.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and cultural sensitivity and to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of Michigan Adoption Code and adoption-related legal processes is preferred.
• Strong commitment to ethical adoption practices, confidentiality, and compliance with state licensing and accreditation required.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s license required.
• Flexible scheduling is required. Some evening and weekend work may be necessary to support adoptive families and placement activities.
• Participation in a shared on-call rotation is required to help provide responsive adoption services when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• $1,250 welcome bonus (some restrictions apply)
• Comprehensive benefits with employer contribution, plus a 401(k) retirement option.
• Generous paid time off and a paid holiday schedule — including the full week between Christmas and New Year's.

• Provided with the tools necessary to effectively perform job responsibilities, including mileage reimbursement, participation in ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• The stability of joining an organization with more than 65 years serving the Washtenaw County community.

• A team culture built on mentorship, collaboration, and shared purpose.

 

Application Process

Submit resume and cover letter including salary requirements. We review applications on a rolling basis, so don't wait to reach out. Please no phone or email inquiries.

Catholic Charities of Washtenaw County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.