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FULL TIME SWAN PERMANANCY SPECIALIST - WASHINGTON COUNTY, PA
KidsFirst! In everything we do, the needs and concerns of youth and families are our fundamental concern. Our core principle is to do “whatever it takes” to help youth and families in our care achieve success. JusticeWorks provides innovative programs that identify and build on youths and families’ strengths. We create structure to positively redirect their lives. We help youth become good citizens and assist their families to resolve their problems and to be supportive of their children.
JusticeWorks YouthCare is seeking a SWAN Permanency Specialist! In this role, you will provide essential services to families and children in the foster care system who need permanency and stability in their lives. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining partnerships with local and state adoption agencies in order to ensure children in foster care have access to resources that support their long-term success. Additionally, you will work to improve the legal and emotional permanency outcomes for children and families involved in the adoption and foster care system. If you are passionate about working in the field of child welfare, juvenile justice or social work, then this is the job for you!
JusticeWorks is an equal opportunity employer
The qualified SWAN Permanency Specialist will:
- Act as the child’s advocate, ensuring their voice and needs are prioritized throughout the permanency process, including legal proceedings, meetings, and family counseling sessions.Provide/facilitate training to pre-adoptive families as required.
- Work closely with social workers, adoption agencies, legal teams, and other professionals involved in the permanency process to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery.
- Meet all benchmarks as outlined by SWAN.
The qualified SWAN Permanency Specialist will have:
- High School Diploma is required.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
- Pass current, applicable clearances.
- Pass pre-employment, post-offer drug screening.
- Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.
The qualified SWAN Permanency Specialist will receive the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness Program.
- 401K with company match.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Company paid short term and long-term disability.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Company paid holidays and paid time off.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Clearance reimbursement and renewal.
Professional Field
Counseling
Social Work
Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare FieldPatient Focus
Diagnoses
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Age Groups
Children (5-10)
Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)
Therapeutic Approach
Methodologies
ECT
Modalities
Families
Practice Specifics
Populations
Juvenile Offenders
Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Racial Justice Allied
Settings
Schools
Home Health/In-home
Forensic
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