Boys & Girls Aid is committed to recruiting, hiring and retaining a diverse staff with a variety of backgrounds. We will honor your unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. We are an inclusive community dedicated to investing in relationships and authentically valuing others. Boys & Girls Aid in Portland, OR is looking to hire a Director of Infant Adoption. Are you an effective communicator who can build and maintain positive relationships with adoptive families, birth parents and individuals seeking adoption services? Do you have a strong work ethic? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!
This position earns a competitive wage starting at $62,000/annually. First-year employees receive 11 paid holidays; 80 hours paid flexible time off; 1 personal paid day; 40 hours paid sick time; 90% paid employee health plan; 403(b) Retirement Plan with match; Flexible Spending Account; Life/AD&D ; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our agency qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness . If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today !
ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS AID Founded in 1885, we are focused on family permanency. Our mission is to make sure that every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and work to cultivate the best opportunities for children. As we focus on building positive and long-lasting relationships, we strive to create a formidable foundation for the youth we serve. As a member of the Boys & Girls Aid team, you will have an opportunity to promote social justice for youth who are in foster care, are involved with juvenile justice, or are experiencing homelessness.
Each employee plays a direct role in adding value to those we serve. We understand that how we treat our employees impacts their performance. We strive to show our staff how much they are valued through a culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer a work-life balance within the company.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECTOR OF INFANT ADOPTION As a Director of Infant Adoption, you will lead the Adoption Services operations by: planning and coordinating of programs; setting and assuring program goals and objectives; developing, achieving, and overseeing all budgetary functions, program revenue targets, and resources; monitoring quality assurance standards, including ensuring appropriate clinical supervision and consultation. You will execute the full range of supervision for the Infant Adoption team. Develop and maintain positive relationships important to program maintenance.
You will also oversee the management of program data, monitor client documentation for alignment with adoption Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR), Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), and other licensing and accrediting rules and requirements. Ensure the implementation of outreach and promotion activities to promote the flow of birth parents into the program. Provide after-hours supervisor on-call coverage. Coordinate and provide post-adoption services, which include working with members of the post-adoption triad. This role also includes some direct client work with birth parents as well as with adoptive families.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DIRECTOR OF INFANT ADOPTION Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field (i.e., Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, etc.) with minimum 4-6 years of related experience. Advanced understanding of Attachment Theory, Trauma Informed Care, and evidence-based practices regarding interventions for children, youth, and families. Must be willing and able to work occasional evenings and weekends, as assigned. ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR NON-PROFIT TEAM? If you want to make a difference in the community by playing a key role in supporting Boys & Girls Aid's efforts to ensure every child grows up with permanent, lifelong connections, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
For additional questions, please contact Recruiter, Nia Esplin @.
Note: This job description is representative of the major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.
