Post-Adoption Support Caseworker (BA Degree; Decatur)

• Please only apply if you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher. We cannot consider applicants without a BA.

ABOUT US:

• The Baby Fold is a non-profit organization that has been dedicated to the well-being of children and families since 1902. We successfully impact over 1200 people a year with a wide array of programs designed to wrap services around children and strengthen families. We are a leader in trauma-informed practices, employing the most effective treatment plans in every facet of our work.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

We take good care of our employees so they can take care of our community. Benefits for Post-Adoption Support Caseworker include:

• BCBS Health Insurance (choice of 3 medical plans), HSA-compatible option with $500 employer contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement plan 403b (employer match after 1 year)
• Employer-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Medical Plan (FSA) and Dependent Care Plan
• Paid Vacation, Personal time, Sick time, and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,500 per year
• Employee Assistance Program including counseling, hearing aid discounts, identity theft assistance, will preparation and power of attorney assistance
• No fee, no credit check $1,500 Line of Credit for medical, mental health, & veterinary services (Paytient)
• Personalized assistance with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) as eligible non-profit employer
• Financial wellness support (PNC)
• Advancement, Mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• Mental health resource for employees and dependents (age 13 ) with hundreds of meditation and mindfulness exercises, sleep casting, mental health coach, therapy and psychiatry services at no cost (Headspace)

SUMMARY:

• The Post-Adoption Support Caseworker is responsible for assessing and providing voluntary services to Central Illinois families formed through adoption and subsidized guardianship.
• Services include in-home assessments, crisis and other counseling interventions, education, training, support groups, respite, advocacy and referrals to community services.
• LOCATION: Seeking qualified candidates to serve clients in the Decatur area**. with field work required.
• WORK HOURS: Full-time, flexible schedule, must be available some weeknights to meet client needs, 37.5 hrs/wk with field work
• PAY: hourly, non-exempt, $25.81/hour (equivalent to $50,336/yr minimum) based on experience, education, and certifications. Master's Level applicants encouraged to apply with higher base rate.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A POST-ADOPTION SUPPORT CASEWORKER:

• Assessment: Conducts family and individual assessments of strengths and needs that are compliant with both ASAP procedures, DCFS, and COA.
• Service/Treatment Planning: With the input of client families, plans services and treatments that will strengthen and support the families and focus child(ren). All Individualized Treatment Plans must be ASAP, DCFS, and COA compliant.
• Mentoring, Advocating, Supporting, and Educating: In accordance with the service goals, provides mentoring, advocacy, support, and education that will protect children, preserve families and enhance the mental health of children and families alike.
• Counseling Interventions: Provides appropriate counseling interventions that will support the focus child(ren) and their families to enhance their overall level of functioning.
• Record keeping: Documentation must meet agency, DCFS and COA requirements for timeliness, completeness and accuracy.
• Community Relations: Represents the agency in a positive light to active and potential clients, referral and funding sources, and the general public. Utilizes community contacts to advocate for clients and to promote child and family well-being.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field required.
• Valid driver’s license with adequate auto insurance.
• Must be available some evenings hours to meet needs of families

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT: The Baby Fold is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion, where each individual feels empowered and where our differences are celebrated. We encourage each other to engage in meaningful conversations, seek out different perspectives, and continually work to cultivate an environment where all ideas are valued.

NEW *** Master's Level employees eligible for participating in our Attachment and Trauma Fellowship and Certification Program

• The Baby Fold has a long history of excellence and is a well-respected leader in the area of attachment and trauma training. With the goal of helping individuals and providers offer the highest possible level of care to children and families, The Baby Fold has created an Attachment and Trauma Fellowship and Certification Program.
• Earning this prestigious credential attracts top talent from across the country allowing masters-level therapists to share their expertise throughout the nation and improve our world.

CONTACT US:

For more information on job opportunities at The Baby Fold, please visit www.thebabyfold.org/careers/tbf.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field