Public Adoptions Social Worker
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Job Location:
Appleton, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Social Worker Public Adoptions Program
Appleton or Fond du Lac WI FullâTime Hybrid After Training
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join our Public Adoptions Program. Help children with disabilities in foster care find safe permanent loving homes .
Our Social Workers provide case management complete home studies license adoptive families and support children and parents throughout the adoption journey.
Position Highlights
40 hours/week MondayFriday 8:00am4:30pm w/ flexibility to meet client needs
Hybrid schedule available after 3 months (office home)
Meaningful work supporting children families and permanency outcomes
What Youll Do
Assess youth and families
Develop and facilitate service plans
Conduct home studies & CANS assessments
Document case activity in eWiSACWIS within required timelines
Prepare court reports & represent LSS/DCFS professionally
Travel to homes to ensure child safety
Support families through placement to finalization
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Maintain knowledge of adoption laws ethics and best practices
Participate in trainings & provide peer consultation
Meet productivity expectations and adapt to client needs
Direct Service Approach
Promote client independence
Use traumaâinformed personâcentered practices
Apply evidenceâbased models
Maintain accurate time reporting
Perks & Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility support
Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
Mileage Reimbursement
Paid Time Off 10 Paid Holidays
403B Retirement Contribution
Annual Raises
Calm Wellness App Premium Access
Early Earned Wage Access (UKG Wallet)
Employee Assistance Program
Service Awards & Recognition
What Youll Bring
Bachelors in Social Work or related human services field (required)
Masters in Social Work (preferred)
2 years human services/social work experience (preferred)
Must hold or be eligible for social work certification/licensure (CSW APSW LISW LCSW)
- Valid drivers license & reliable transportation
Strong written and verbal communication
Clear objective documentation
Ability to work with diverse populations
Understanding of mental health development and community resources
Travel Requirements
Daily travel within the region to visit homes and community locations
Occasional overnight travel may be required
Must be comfortable driving in varying weather and community environments
Ready to help children find the permanent loving families they deserveApply today and be part of a lifeâchanging journey.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan provides a wide range of social services to people of all faiths and backgrounds.
