Adoption Recruiter

WHO WE ARE: The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures. Work Location: Regular travel throughout New York state. On non-travel days, work will be completed in a local office or at home. Position Summary: The Adoption recruiter is dedicated to finding permanent families for children in foster care using an evidence-based, child-focused recruitment model to find the right family for every child. Responsibilities Capacity to work independently, as a team, objectively, and adhere to the Child Focused recruitment Model Comfortable with frequent travel and driving as a core part of the role Determine the child’s strengths, challenges, preparedness for adoption, and assure that any child’s needs are met Build and maintain a therapeutic relationship with the child, and positive relationships with adults significant to the child including the families, foster parents, caseworker, attorney, teacher, therapist, CASA volunteer, relative, mentor, faith-based representative, extracurricular activity leader, etc. Maintain regular and ongoing contact with people close to and knowledgeable about the child to facilitate recruitment activities Assure that the child and recruited family are adequately prepared for adoption by developing a comprehensive recruitment plan that is reviewed quarterly and updated as needed Conduct monthly home visits with clients and supervise visitation and transportation of assigned Ensure timely, accurate recording of all components of child records, including but not limited to progress notes, adoption preparation, recruitment activities, treatment planning, conferences, and Connections documentation Provide appropriate comprehensive adoption recruitment activities using the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Child-Focused Recruitment Strategy. Adhere to the Marketing and Promotions Style Guide provided by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Requirements Education: Associate's Degree in human services or related field (required) Bachelor's degree in social work or human services preferred Experience: Associate's - extensive program, foster care, or human services experience Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment Benefits Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam 403(b) with 6% employer contribution PTO plus 9 paid holidays Childcare Reimbursement Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts) Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center Opportunities for Professional Development EEO Statement: The Children’s Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Children'S Home