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Hours: Part-time (hours per week will vary)

*Remote within Iowa*

*On-call position with variable weekly hours*

At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our mission and these shared values: we’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul.

As a Home Study Writer, you will be primarily responsible for conducting quality family assessments, along with placement and post placement supervision in compliance with agency guidelines and state licensing regulations. This individual is also responsible for insuring the best resources are available for children entrusted to adoption placement.

This position is expected to function effectively with high to moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state licensing regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct family assessments in accordance with agency expectations and state guidelines;
• Coordinate and facilitate periodic adoption group meetings for prospective families interested in adoption for orientation and support;
• Develop home studies for initially approved families in accordance with agency expectations and procedures;
• Provide post adoptive supervision of children in placement during the supervisory year;
• Manage all reports and documents in accordance with agency expectations to ensure timely and accurate submission;
• Stay up-to-date with training requirements and apply knowledge on the job as needed;
• Regularly meet with supervisor to consult on cases, to review case plan and direction, and to evaluate work progress;
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to Foster Care, Licensing, and State Adoption;
• Completed other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s level degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field of study from an accredited college; Master’s level degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field of study from an accredited college, preferred;
• Experience writing home studies for domestic adoptions;
• Prior experience in a child and family welfare agency;
• Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as acquired through a Bachelor’s level degree;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to work independently;
• Must exhibit an ability to apply the principles of logic and critical thinking with problem solving;
• Must be reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks;
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Work well under pressure and adaptable to change;
• Master’s level must have experience writing international adoption assessments;
• Master’s level must have experience writing SAFE assessments;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.