Adoptive Home Study Case Worker - Support Prospective Adoptive Parents

Agency Information:

Adoption & Beyond is a 501(c)(3) non-profit child placement agency licensed in both Kansas and Missouri. Since 1998, we’ve been listening first, responding with empathy, and helping families navigate a life-changing process with confidence.

We dedicate ourselves to building meaningful relationships by educating, guiding, and advocating for all touched by adoption, every step of the adoption journey, and beyond.

Job description:

The Adoptive Home Study Case Worker conducts domestic and international adoptive home studies, addendums, updates, and post-placement/post-adoption reports. This role prepares families for adoption, assesses their readiness, and provides critical documentation aligned with agency standards and regulatory requirements. The position supports prospective adoptive families with compassion and professionalism while working independently in a flexible, remote environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Home Study and Post-Adoption Services

• Conduct thorough adoptive home studies, including initial assessments, addendums, updates, and post-supervision reports
• Prepare prospective adoptive families by addressing questions, discussing concerns, and offering appropriate resources and referrals
• Evaluate family readiness and suitability for adoption, using professional judgment and structured assessment tools

Documentation and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all home study documentation and reports, submitting to the Home Study Coordinator for processing.
• Maintain all professional requirements, including valid professional licensure, driver’s license, and $100,000 auto liability insurance.
• Complete at least 20 hours of continuing education annually, with a minimum of 15 hours focused on current and emerging adoption practice issues.
• Participate in required trainings, staff meetings, and organizational events as assigned.

Collaboration and Client Engagement

• Communicate regularly with the Office Coordinator and seek guidance from the Executive Director when needed
• Provide compassionate, culturally sensitive support to clients from diverse backgrounds
• Work independently and responsibly in a remote environment, managing flexible scheduling aligned with client needs while remaining organized, communicative, and detail-oriented

Requirements

Education & Licensure

Licensed Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university, or Licensed Master’s degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Professional Counseling from an accredited college or university. Professional adoption experience is not required.

Availability

As needed, contract employee working from home, with fieldwork required; evening and weekend availability required. Ideal for someone who works full-time and wants to pick up a side job.

Pay
Based on level of licensure, with placement within each range based on years of relevant experience.
LBSW: $24.00 to $26.40/hour
LMSW, LMFT, or LPC: $26.50 to $30.00/hour
LSCSW or LCSW: $29.00 to $32.06/hour

Benefits provided: flexible work schedule, drive time paid at your full hourly rate, government rate mileage from home to work related visits, and free continuing education units through NCFA (National Council For Adoption). Plus a one-time $1,000 onboarding bonus (to cover your time and expenses to onboard), paid once onboarding is complete.

Benefits

As a team member at Adoption & Beyond, you’ll enjoy:

• A flexible work schedule
• Mileage
• Coverage of Continuing Education Credits

Location

Remote + Regional Travel (Kansas & Missouri)

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter on our career site under the listing for the job you are applying for. If you have any questions, direct them to Steffany Aye at [email protected].

This is a remote position.