Join Our Team as a Child Preparation and Child Specific Recruitment Consultant and help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families!

Job Summary

Are you passionate about supporting the healthy development of children, youth, and families for a brighter future?
Look no further! At Northern Children’s Services (Northern), every role in the organization contributes to helping us achieve our mission and vision.
We believe that every child and youth has the potential to transform themselves – no matter their background or life situation.
We work to “walk the talk” when it comes to our organizational values: Excellence, Respect, Resilience, Cultural Humility & Justice, Healing, and Wellness.

Why Choose Us? As a Child Preparation and Child Specific Recruitment Consultant, you’ll embark on a fulfilling journey.

• Leadership Opportunity
• Supportive Environment
• Empowerment and Progress
• Effective Communication
• Empowerment Through Planning
• Continuous Monitoring and Progress
• Documentation Excellence
• Networking and Collaboration

Benefits:

• We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD: We provide full-time employees with a $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost. Additionally, Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance offer financial security to our employees and their families.
• Our partner insurance company offers a range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance, providing additional financial protection to our employees.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: We offer a 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
• Paid Leave: Employees have access to generous paid time off or sick leave, allowing them to prioritize their health and well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Our EAP offers confidential referral and counseling services to help employees and their families manage life's challenges, including stress management, legal and financial concerns, depression, and substance abuse.
• Legal Services: Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Expertise
• Physical Capabilities
• Trauma-Informed Approach

At Northern Children’s Services, Inc., we value diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of every individual. Join us in our mission to empower children and families, one meaningful interaction at a time. Apply today and be a part of something truly extraordinary!

Child Preparation and Child Specific Recruitment Consultant

Position Type: Contractual

Note: This position does not include full-time benefits.

Responsibilities:

Child Preparation:

• Request necessary historical records.
• Conduct 10 sessions with the identified child to assess readiness for Adoption or Permanency.

Child-Specific Recruitment:

• Request necessary historical records.
• Conduct monthly meetings with the identified child for 6 consecutive months to assess readiness for Adoption and matching with an identified family.

Timely Follow-Up:

• Make outreach to families and CUA Teams within 5 business days of each referral assignment.
• Anticipate and address possible barriers hindering timely submission.

Home Visits:

• Schedule and complete home visits.
• Maintain consistent contact with families.

SWAN Portal:

• Complete daily/monthly benchmarks in the SWAN Portal for assigned referrals.

Training:

• Complete necessary SWAN and other training as advised by the Adoption/Permanency Supervisor or Coordinator.

Skills:

• Knowledge of social services, child welfare, and family systems services.
• Cultural sensitivity to the needs and diversities of multi-cultural communities.
• Flexibility to adjust work hours based on client needs.
• Strong writing and oral presentation skills.
• Accuracy and detail orientation.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and prioritize.
• Possession of Professional Liability insurance (to be obtained upon hire and before the first assignment).
• Availability for evening and weekend home visits.
• Interpersonal skills, respectful, and courteous nature.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Proficiency in typing, basic computer operations, Microsoft, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Capability to work independently, demonstrating good judgment.

Trauma-Informed Behavior

• Willingness to learn and maintain the value of a trauma-informed culture.
• Commit to the maintenance of a therapeutic environment and community that promotes safety, nonviolence, and resilience as the basis for all we do with clients and staff.
• Knowledge and utilization of trauma-informed practices:
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Effective communication
  • Understanding of the impact of trauma on human development
  • Use of person-first and strengths-based language

Americans with Disabilities: As with all positions at Northern Children’s Services, Inc. we recognize the importance of accommodations individuals with disabilities. In that, we are committed to every extent possible accommodating disabled individual. We recognize the American With Disabilities Act of 1991 and understand the need to reasonably accommodate employees. All accommodation will be evaluated on a case- by case basis, evaluating the essential functions of the positions.
DISCRIMINATION IS PROHIBITED IN EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTION, ASSIGNMENT OR DISMISSAL, ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, and HANDICAP, OR RECEIPT OF SERVICES FOR MENTAL DISABILITY.