Adoption Liaison Protection Specialist

Adoption Liaison Protection Specialist State of Kansas - Dept for Children and Families Kansas City, KS Job Details Full-time $51,727.50 - $54,450.00 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Loan forgiveness Retirement plan Qualifications Driver's License Bachelor's degree Health Science Human Services Social Work Full Job Description

JOB ID 220995

Job posting closes/applications accepted through: Open Until Filled Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.govPrevention & Protection Services Kansas City Region / Negotiable within KC Region Position Summary & Responsibilities The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose! This position has regional responsibility for the adoption program and is available to all staff and the community to offer information and services in the adoption arena. This position works with Regional Staff Attorneys; receives all referrals for adoption assistance and completes a thorough assessment of all adoption assistance referrals for compliance to state and federal policy and law; assesses for child special needs and ability of the potential adoptive family to meet child's special needs, negotiates and executes contractual agreements with prospective adoptive parents; and receives all requests for renegotiations from adoptive parents, and executing renegotiated contractual agreements. This position is the primary contact point for DCF post-adoption families who need assistance with navigating services after an adoption is finalized. This long-term connection for families allows for specific and familiar contact to help support and stabilize families after an adoption is final. This position is partnered with adoptive families to advocate for appropriate services and support for the adopted child in a variety of community systems, including medical, mental or behavioral health, and education. This position educates adoptive families and the community about special needs of adopted children and adoptive families. To view the full job posting and description, please visit www.jobs.ks.gov and search for the job ID found at the top of this posting.

Qualifications Education:

• If a degree is required, a copy of a candidate's transcript showing proof must be sent to your recruiter following the interview • bachelor's degree in social work, human services, health sciences or related field as determined relevant by the agency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• If a driver's license is required, a copy must be sent to your recruiter following the interview.• Valid Driver's License (must maintain valid driver's license throughout employment)

Preferred Qualifications:

Licensed Bachelor Social Worker, or higher, from the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board. Six months of experience in assessment, case management, planning, implementing and monitoring activities relevant to the agency's programs. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements :

Security Clearance:

A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:

A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue -

Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions Compensation:

Unlicensed $51,727.50 / Licensed $54,450.00 annually. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter. E-Verify DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.

INDKC Pay:

$51,727.50 - $54,450.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Loan forgiveness Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person