Position Details
Do you have experience in direct adoption services or child welfare ?
We have a newly-vacant, full time opportunity at our Grand Rapids Location . Welcome to Samaritas Nation!
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
This is a FULL TIME ROLE that pays $40,560 per year.
As a full time Samaritas employee, some of the benefits you will receive are:
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Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
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Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
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Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
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Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
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Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
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Plus many more benefits
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Job Summary
Provides advanced case management services for children and families on assigned caseload, in accordance with all applicable contractual, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Maintain current knowledge of recruitment, screening, preparation and assessment of families for adoption; in accordance with all applicable contractual, regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and policies.
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Coordinate matching and pre-placement process for children and families.
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Attend court hearings and case conferences, community and recruitment events.
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Work collaboratively with referring foster care staff, other adoption agencies and the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Complete all legal requirements for finalization of adoptive placements for state ward adoptions.
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Collect, analyze, evaluate and document appropriate data and client progress, as required for record-keeping and reporting within required time frames.
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Coordinate placement arrangements with foster parents, including transportation of children as needed.
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Provide all required post placement services to assigned caseload of adoptive families.
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
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Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
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Licensed by the State of Michigan preferred.
Experience
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One year experience in direct adoption services, child welfare or related services preferred.
Additional Work Requirements
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Automobile travel required.
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Valid unrestricted driver's license with good driving record. Valid proof of automobile insurance.
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Requisition Number2022-8776
Employee TypeFull-Time
Hours Per Pay Period80
ShiftDay
Work Hours8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredNo
On Call RequiredNo
Position LocationUS-MI-Grand Rapids