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Adoption and Permanency Specialist

Adoption and Permanency Specialist

The Center for Youth and Family SolutionsSpringfield, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!

Perks of Working at CYFS :

Paid Time Off :

  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
  • 8 Paid Sick Days
  • 5 Paid Personal / Wellness Days
  • 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Financial Incentives :

  • Employee Referral Program
  • Educational Assistance :

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
  • Tuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their education
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • 5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their family
  • Immediate community referrals to licensed counselors
  • 24 / 7 call line
  • Tax consultation / financial resources
  • Discounted legal services and mediation services
  • Health and Wellness resources
  • Use of agency vehicles and / or mileage reimbursement

    Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement

    "Dress for your day" dress code

    Opportunities for advancement and professional development.

    Salary :

    Starting at $50,336.00 (Non-Exempt)

    About the Position :

    The Adoption and Permanency Specialist is responsible for preparing, educating, facilitating adoptions, and providing adoptive support services for children and families in our child welfare program.

    A Typical Day as an Adoption and Permanency Specialist :

  • Educate foster families in the adoption process, share information on the progress with involved parties
  • Interview the family and prospective adoptee, provide home study assessment, and write home study
  • Incorporate adoptive parents' rights and responsibilities in service planning and delivery
  • Apply for adoption assistance and act as an advocate for the family during this process
  • Complete all necessary paperwork to track activities and cases.
  • Does the Following Apply to You?

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Service, or related field
  • Child Welfare Experience (preferred)
  • Additional Qualifications :

  • Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Obtain an insured vehicle
  • At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license
  • Additional Benefits :

  • Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401k plan with 4% employer match
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan
  • About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) :

    (CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of Central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.

    Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change.

    The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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