Adoption Matching Coordinator - A Family for ME

A part-time position with some travel within your geographic area. There may be a potential to go full-time in the near future.

About the role

The A Family for ME Matching Coordinator (Masters level) meets with licensed resource families who are interested in adopting, as well as children who are awaiting their adoptive family, assesses their various skills, interests, and abilities, and—with the aid of software—makes recommendations for adoptive matches.

Responsibilities

• Work with DHHS to gather information, releases, and documents about children and families.
• Meet with, assess, write biographies, and complete other requisite assessment tools and documentation for identified children and families.
• Review all information (through interviews and documentation) to critically assess for matching attributes and readiness.
• Enter documentation and requisite data into database(s) within timelines.
• Assess individuals and families, and make recommendations on adoptive matching using best practices.
• Provide education and clinical recommendations to program participants that promote adoption readiness and successful adoptions.
• Communicate with DHHS, prospective families, and children per contract and practice expectations.
• Maximize client engagement in all appropriate recruitment venues.
• Meet contracted deliverables and program goals.
• Maintain and demonstrate professionalism, respect, and sensitivity in all communication.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Social Work or Counseling from an accredited school.
• Maine state licensure at LMSW, LCSW, or LCPC level. Must maintain required licensing and certification throughout employment.
• Previous experience working with and assessing children and families.

Benefits

• Employer-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability.
• Retirement account with matching contribution (after one year of service).
• Scholarships to Maine Community Colleges.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 25% tuition reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program.
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
• Quality supervision and paid training opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Flexibility of schedules.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunity for same-day pay.
• Health plan enrollees – access to several discounts (hotels, electronics, auto, groceries, event tickets, and more).