Case Manager/Social Worker-Adoption--St. Louis

JOIN THE LFCS TEAM!

Come join the LFCS Team and work for one of the largest and most well respected non-profit organizations in the state of Missouri!

We take pride in our 150 year history and our mission of empowering children and families to overcome challenges today so they can build a better tomorrow. If you want to spend your work life doing something meaningful and making a difference, this is the place for you!

WHY IS LFCS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?

We offer work/life balance, a friendly and energetic atmosphere, competitive salary, comprehensive medical plans, a 401(K) match, a hybrid work environment for most positions and paid holidays, vacation and personal days. We are also a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program!

We are seeking a compassionate, professional Social Worker and/or Case Manager to provide case management, home study assessments and adoption education and support through our Adoption Services in the St. Louis area. This Case Manager will provide adoption services and support to families considering various types of adoption including domestic, intercountry, independent, embryo and relative.

Duties

• Provide effective assessment, education, counseling and case management to prospective adoptive families, adoptive families and adoptees.

• Community education and outreach.

• Establish and maintain appropriate, current community networks and interactions, in cooperation with program supervisors and staff.

• Provide consultation and input to leadership for the program as requested

• Continue professional growth and development such as cultural competence, social diversity, therapeutic and intervention techniques as related to job duties.

Qualifications

Must be a licensed driver with access to a reliable automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements.

A Master's Degree is preferred for this position.

Case Manager or Social Worker Bachelors- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Guidance Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Counseling or other Human Behavior Science. Two years' experience with Child Welfare, Adoption, Foster Care, community resources and/or as a care coordinator.

Case Manager or Social Worker Masters - Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Guidance Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Counseling or other Human Behavior Science. Two years' experience with Child Welfare, Adoption, Foster Care, community resources and/or as a care coordinator.

Please apply at: https://lfcsmo.org/

We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.