Adoption Social Worker jobs in Alexandria, VA

Job description

Position Requirements:

Master's Degree in Social Work or related area of study from a school accredited by the Association of Colleges and Schools; or a Bachelor's Degree In Social Work (or equivalent) and two years' experience working directly with children. Candidates with related Bachelor's Degrees will be considered on a case-by-case basis along with commensurate experience. Must be willing to make home visits, travel on a limited basis, and work some evenings and Saturdays.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare pre-placement assessments (home studies) and home study updates with adoptive couples and individuals per the guidelines described in the agency's home study outline
• Meet the requirements of the agency's Policies and Procedures for Home study workers
• Provide post-adoption/post-placement supervision and submit post-adoption/placement reports in a timely manner and In accordance with the outline provided prior to beginning services to families
• Submit documentation and accurate time sheets on a timely basis
• Offer education and counseling services to all members of the adoption triangle regarding adoption related Issues.
• Provide child specific training and community resources to adoptive parents.
• Maintain case records In accordance with state and agency standards.
• Participate In periodic Informational Meetings for persons interested in learning more about international adoption, if applicable.
• Work with the Clinical Director to meet all standards and requirements under CAS policies and procedures.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements (15 hours minimum - per Hague regulations; 24 hours for workers in NC) and submit annual training log on a quarterly basis.
• Provide a minimum of two weeks notice, if submitting resignation. Complete all active case assignments and return all materials to CAS.
• Other tasks as needed

Job Type: Part-time, PRN

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Location:

• South Carolina (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

Patient demographics:

• Adults
• Children

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: On the road