What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permanency Specialist - New Wilmington position at The Bair Foundation?
YOUR JOB
As a Permanency Specialist, you’ll play a critical role on the child and family service team, supporting children and families in achieving safe, stable, and permanent living arrangements. This role focuses on permanency planning, family engagement, and coordination of services in alignment with the organization’s mission and applicable regulations.
Location: New Wilmington, PA
Salary: $36,000-$40,000 Annually
WHO WE ARE
We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to strengthening children, families, and communities. Our work is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to providing safe, nurturing, and supportive environments where children can thrive.
WHAT YOU’LL DO TO MAKE AN IMPACT
- Walk alongside children as they move toward lasting family connections and a true sense of belonging
- Help transform temporary placements into lifelong relationships through reunification, guardianship, or adoption
- Be part of life-changing moments as children move from uncertainty to stability and permanence
- Support families and caregivers as they open their hearts and homes to long-term commitments that shape a child’s future
- Advocate for permanency decisions that honor each child’s story, strengths, and need for connection
- Celebrate progress and milestones as children gain the security, identity, and hope that comes with a permanent family
WHAT PUTS YOU AHEAD
- Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field
- Prior experience in child welfare, foster care, or permanency services
- Familiarity with court systems and regulatory requirements
- Strong family engagement and advocacy skills
YOUR PERKS
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive, mission-driven team environment
WHAT YOU BRING (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related human services field
- Experience working with children, families, or social service systems preferred
- Knowledge of child welfare principles and permanency planning
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Candidate must possess valid driver’s license, current vehicle insurance and state registration
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social work or a related field.
- At least one year of experience working within the child welfare system, preferably with foster care to adoption experience
- Must have strong research and writing ability.
Salary : $36,000 - $40,000