What are the responsibilities and job description for the Foster Care Adoption Assessor position at Beech Brook?
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Do you have a Tier 1 Adoption Assessor certificate and experience performing home studies? If so, Beech Brook, one of Northeast Ohio's premier mental health agencies, is currently hiring a PRN Foster Care Adoption Assessor.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Ohio License is required: LSW or other related fields.
Essential Responsibilities (including but not limited):
- Complete Home Studies, annual, and recertification of foster and adoptive homes
- Possess and maintain strong knowledge of ODJFS Rules and Requirements
- Complete training/maintain Assessor qualifications to perform Home Assessments as needed.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in written format, including relationship building skills.
- Utilize computer as appropriate for documentation/reporting
- Follow safety protocols.
- Travel to various locations as needed.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of Tier I Assessor.
- A minimum of 3 years' experience performing home studies.
- Experience working in Foster Care/Adoption Environment.
- Knowledge of current ODJFS rules.
- Skill in using SACWIS.
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a team.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- Beech Brook is an equal opportunity employer and a place where people are proud to work. As a “Trauma Informed Care” organization, we value our employees with appreciation for the impact of trauma and its relevance to our clients and staff. We employ the best people where staff feel valued, empowered, connected, inspired and part of something meaningful. We inspire creativity, passion, optimism, and fun!