We are looking for an Adoption Specialist who has a heart to work with women in unexpected pregnancies, adoptees, and adoptive families. This is a full-time position with benefits. The work schedule is traditional office hours offset by nights and weekends as determined based on client care need. The position assists expectant parents with the options available in an unexpected pregnancy and works with adoptive families to help facilitate the process, as well as other duties related to the service and care of all involved in the adoption process.
An Adoption Specialist Must Be
- Flexible and able to multi-task: the role requires someone who can quickly change plans and tasks based on client emergencies.
- Positive and caring in their attitude and actions toward others.
- Empathetic and have an ability to handle difficult emotions.
- Able to engage well with clients of various backgrounds and community members.
- Strong in communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Able to assess family and inter-personal dynamics.
- A team player and willing to adapt to meet the needs of the organization.
- Able to manage personal stress and assist clients in processing difficult decisions.
- Emotionally mature.
Experience in the adoption field preferred. A bachelor’s degree in a social work or a bachelor’s degree in a behavioral/social science related field and one year of child and family services is required; master’s degree in social work or related field preferred. Applicant must have experience networking in the community and have a high comfort level with working independently. Some travel within Oklahoma required - company vehicles avaiable.
Our team at DPA is made up of people committed to praying for and caring for all who cross our path. We are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Salary: $48,000 - $62,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No