Family Services - CC-PT Adoption Social Worker

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge is seeking a part time Adoptions Social Worker for all aspects of domestic adoption services and some international adoption services. The Adoptions Social Worker will conduct home studies, review child background studies, making non-judicial determination in the best interests of a child for placement with an adoptive family, adoption preparation and training, post placement services, and post adoption services including support and referral.  This position requires maintaining external relationships and representing the agency to the public, as such it requires a polished business-like demeanor and professional appearance, which excludes unnatural hair color, conspicuous body art and facial piercings.

  Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master’s Level Social Worker with a LA SW license. LCSW preferred.
• Prior experience in children and family services. Experience in adoption/international adoption preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance
• Completion of background checks such as driving record, criminal record, and sex offense registry, state and local police records, or national sources such as FBI and E-Verify as required by funding agencies or determined necessary by Catholic Charities and results must be satisfactory to CCDBR, its representatives, employees, or agents as an essential requirement of employment.

Other Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to write clear, concise & accurate reports
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and ability to learn case management database systems.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all staff and external partners
• Excellent documentation and time management skills

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, speaking, reading, writing, typing and seeing up to 7 hours/day. Occasionally lifting/carrying up to 30 lbs., reaching above shoulder level, bending and gripping/grasping. Frequent repetitive movement of upper and lower extremities. Driving a motor vehicle is expected up to 25% of the time.

Work Environment:

• Work is generally performed in an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Occasional isolated conditions.
• When the agency responds to disasters, employees may be requested to perform duties outside of their primary responsibilities both in the office and at off-site locations. 

Job Type: Part-time, Exempt

Qualified applicants interested in this position should submit their resume with a cover letter. 

Catholic Charities is a mission-based organization and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider it a privilege to serve people of all faiths and socio-economic backgrounds.  Our leadership is mission-driven, energetic, disciplined and self-motivated.  We value diversity, service, compassion, and accountability; we hold ourselves responsible for delivering outcomes that change people’s lives and our community.