About the role
If you have a passion for working with abused and neglected children to help them find a forever home, the Spectrum Child and Family Services’ Adoption Specialist position is for you. Adoption Specialists partner with individuals seeking to open their homes and hearts to welcome children who have experienced trauma. This role offers you the opportunity to share your unique talents in life-changing ways and to grow and develop professionally, regardless of your social service journey.
We are looking for great communicators who understand teams and who are committed to excellence. Required training and supportive leadership will be provided.
What we offer
- Health Insurance (BCN Medical, Dental, Vision)
- BlueCare Network Medical and Rx
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision
- 403(b) with employer match
- $10,000 Life Insurance,
- Short-term Disability,
- Holiday Pay (including Juneteenth),
- Paid Time Off.
- Paid training.
- Advancement opportunities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree required in social work or a related field of study.
- Two years of Child Welfare experience is preferred.
- Child Welfare Training Institute training provided.
- Must successfully complete the background screening process.
About the services we provide
Spectrum Child and Family Services supports our community’s children and teens who are delinquent, have been neglected/abused or abandoned, are medically fragile, have multiple handicaps, are dual-diagnosed, and are behaviorally and/or emotionally impaired. Our programs support a population with constantly changing needs, and our goal is to strengthen and empower the families so they become self-sufficient, stable, and competent.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field
- Successfully complete the background screening process
- Two years of child welfare experience
- Complete Child Welfare Training Institute training
What We Do
What We Do Dignity and respect are simple human gifts. We believe they belong to everyone. Since 1976, we’ve worked to strengthen children, families and communities across the state of Michigan. Our assistance directly addresses the challenges SHS users face, including: Assessment and diagnostic services Family preservation Foster care and adoption Independent and assisted living programs Juvenile treatment and detention Short and long-term residential programs Small group living and outpatient mental health treatment Substance abuse prevention and treatment services Workforce development Each day, more than 1,450 children, teens and adults who deal with mental, physical, emotional and/or behavioral challenges find help in a Spectrum program. And, we are gratified they do. Affiliations Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
