Adoption Recruiter

MISSION STATEMENT

The Children’s Network of Hillsborough is committed to working with the community to protect children and preserve families.

General Purpose of Job

To promote the adoption program in the community, develop resources furthering identified general, targeted and child-specific recruitment efforts, participate in and deliver pre-service training to potential adoptive families; complete adoption home studies for families residing in Circuit 13 who are interested in adopting special needs children.    

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide support to recruitment efforts including but not limited to the Heart Gallery, National Adoption Month and match events
• Analyze demographic data of the waiting children and plan community awareness events to increase knowledge of the needs of children waiting for adoption
• Plan activities designed for targeted recruitment of potential adoptive parents for waiting children
• Develop child-specific recruitment plans for waiting children with an emphasis on the children whose parental rights have been terminated for over 6 months
• Complete Adoption Information page for each child assigned to recruitment within 5 business days of assignment.
• Participate in and deliver pre-service training for families residing in Hillsborough County interested in adopting children with needs characteristic of CNHC’s population of available children.
• Ensure recruitment efforts for each child are documented in the case record (FSFN/CCWIS) at least once every 30 days.
• Complete timely adoption home studies pursuant to the requirements of law and DCF and CNHC policies for families expressing an interest in adopting children with characteristics of children in care and available for adoption as defined by Florida Administrative Code
• Ensure FSFN is updated with 2 business days to reflect any changes reported by the potential adoptive family.
• Participate in match staffings- both formal and in-formal.  
• Assess children and family needs and coordinate delivery of services specific to adoption preparation, transition and support for the children and family including participation in the development, documentation and support of transition plans for all adoptive placements
• Present waiting children during recruitment meetings with partner agencies to assess potential matches with approved adoption families in Circuit 13
• Monitor and track inquiries from approved adoptive families to ensure that families receive a timely response and consistent follow-up
• Review all approved adoption home studies for prospective families
• Update the Child Welfare Case Manager and other involved stakeholders of adoption-related activity.
• Display understanding of, and sensitivity to, service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics
• Provide documentation and data on adoption activities
• Adherence of all data collection into FSFN/CCWIS
• Produce monthly Explore Adoption Report and submit to supervisor for approval/review.
• Ensure medical records are requested as required/referenced in FAC 65 c16 with 1 week of assignment (needed for child study and disclosure).
• Complete Child Studies within 30 days of receipt of case assignment.
• Gathering documents for disclosure packets and facilitating disclosure. All disclosures must be conducted in person with the identified family.
• Facilitate team meetings that require additional support during the transition period to ensure successful adoption.
• The recruiter will explore all Potential Adoption Resources- including those identified by the WWK recruiter- if assigned or other members of the professional team.
• Attend court hearings as needed when a WWK Recruiter and/or Heart Gallery Recruiter are not present
• Conduct Adoption Information Session as needed for families interested in adoption.
• Ensure Recruitment Home Studies are completed for families that are identified to move forward in the adoptive process after having completed Trauma Informed Parenting (Pride or Equivalent) according to priority dictated in FAC 65c 16.
• Must be able to drive and have reliable transportation to perform required field based activities
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and agency goals, as needed and appropriate to the position.
• Maintain regular in-office attendance when not performing required field-based duties in order to carry out essential job functions, collaborate effectively with team members, participate in meetings with internal and external stakeholders, access agency resources

Working HOurs

Children’s Network of Hillsborough’s standard business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is an in-office based position with fieldwork requirements, that averages 40 hours per week. Work hours may vary outside of these standard hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet operational demands. All hours worked will be compensated in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and agency policies, including applicable overtime and other compensation requirements

Travel

Travel within and outside of Hillsborough County is required. The employee must be able to drive and have reliable transportation to perform the essential functions of the position.

Training

All employees are required to complete fifteen (15) hours of training annually, which may be completed online or in a classroom setting. Employees who hold a credential or license relevant to their position must ensure that all training and continuing education requirements are met to maintain their credential or licensure.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree from a four-year accredited college or university with a minimum of two (2) years of child welfare related experience OR an advanced degree in social work or a comparable human service field.
• Working knowledge of community services in our local five county area; preferred 
• Adoption Competency trained; preferred

Skills and Abilities

Exceptional leadership and communication skills, fostering collaboration across all organizational levels. Possess a strong aptitude for analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making, they excel at solving complex problems and implementing effective solutions. Proficient in project management, they adeptly handle multifaceted initiatives, ensuring deadlines are met and budgets are maintained. Highly adaptable to fast-paced and dynamic environments, they prioritize tasks efficiently while leveraging operational software and tools to enhance productivity. Strategic planning expertise and a commitment to fostering teamwork enable them to drive organizational success.

pre-employment requirements

Certificates, License, Registrations, backgrounds, drug screens, Etc.

• Valid driver’s license required, with proof of insurance
• Driver’s license check is a requirement
• Criminal background screening (fingerprinting) (Local Law Enforcement and FBI/FDLE)
• Drug Screening is a requirement
• Children’s Network participates in E-Verify
• Child welfare certification within one (1) year of post-test

Other Requirements

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret regulatory documents, contracts, policies and case records.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from management, staff, clients, and outside agencies.  Ability to effectively present information to children and families, management, employees, and outside agencies.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  Able to anticipate needs and/or problems based on current events and/or situations and to develop solutions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this position are generally moderate. The role may require extended periods of sitting, standing, and using a computer. Occasional lifting of office supplies, files, or materials up to 25 pounds may be required. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is an in-office-based position focused on administrative work, where the noise level may be moderate. This role may involve occasional travel among agency locations, extended periods of computer work, and frequent interactions across multiple departments. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

ADA:       Children’s Network of Hillsborough, LLC will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

EEO:        Children’s Network of Hillsborough LLC does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, religion, veteran status, or disability in employment, in provision of services, or in access to programs.

Children’s Network of Hillsborough LLC is a Drug-Free Workplace.