Public Adoptions Social Worker

Appleton or Fond du Lac, WI | Full‑Time | Hybrid After Training Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join our Public Adoptions Program . Help children with disabilities in foster care find safe, permanent, loving homes . Our Social Workers provide case management, complete home studies, license adoptive families, and support children and parents throughout the adoption journey. 40 hours/week , Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm w/ flexibility to meet client needs Hybrid schedule available after 3 months (office + home) Meaningful work supporting children, families, and permanency outcomes 40 hours/week , Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm w/ flexibility to meet client needs Hybrid schedule available after 3 months (office + home) Meaningful work supporting children, families, and permanency outcomes Assess youth and families Develop and facilitate service plans Conduct home studies & CANS assessments Document case activity in eWiSACWIS within required timelines Prepare court reports & represent

LSS/DCFS

professionally Travel to homes to ensure child safety Support families through placement to finalization Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams Maintain knowledge of adoption laws, ethics, and best practices Participate in trainings & provide peer consultation Meet productivity expectations and adapt to client needs Assess youth and families Develop and facilitate service plans Conduct home studies & CANS assessments Document case activity in eWiSACWIS within required timelines Prepare court reports & represent

LSS/DCFS

professionally Travel to homes to ensure child safety Support families through placement to finalization Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams Maintain knowledge of adoption laws, ethics, and best practices Participate in trainings & provide peer consultation Meet productivity expectations and adapt to client needs Promote client independence Use trauma‑informed, person‑centered practices Apply evidence‑based models Maintain accurate time reporting Promote client independence Use trauma‑informed, person‑centered practices Apply evidence‑based models Maintain accurate time reporting Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility + support Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care) Mileage Reimbursement Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays 403B Retirement Contribution Annual Raises Calm Wellness App - Premium Access Early Earned Wage Access (UKG Wallet) Employee Assistance Program Service Awards & Recognition Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility + support Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care) Mileage Reimbursement Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays 403B Retirement Contribution Annual Raises Calm Wellness App - Premium Access Early Earned Wage Access (UKG Wallet) Employee Assistance Program Service Awards & Recognition Bachelor's in Social Work or related human services field (required) Master's in Social Work (preferred) 2+ years human services/social work experience (preferred) Must hold or be eligible for social work certification/licensure (CSW, APSW, LISW, LCSW) Valid driver's license & reliable transportation Strong written and verbal communication Clear, objective documentation Ability to work with diverse populations Understanding of mental health, development, and community resources Bachelor's in Social Work or related human services field (required) Master's in Social Work (preferred) 2+ years human services/social work experience (preferred) Must hold or be eligible for social work certification/licensure (CSW, APSW, LISW, LCSW) Strong written and verbal communication Clear, objective documentation Ability to work with diverse populations Understanding of mental health, development, and community resources Daily travel within the region to visit homes and community locations Occasional overnight travel may be required Must be comfortable driving in varying weather and community environments Daily travel within the region to visit homes and community locations Occasional overnight travel may be required Must be comfortable driving in varying weather and community environments R eady to help children find the permanent, loving families they deserve? Apply today and be part of a life‑changing journey. LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Bachelor Degree or better in Hum. Serv. or Related Field. Master Degree or better in Social Work. Driver's License Certified Social Worker Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.