Adoption Accelerator KS
Listed on 2026-07-11
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Social Work
Human Services/ Social Work, Family Advocacy & Support Services
We are seeking an Adoption Accelerator KS to join our team.
Starting Salary: $44,000 - $47,000
Sign‑On Bonus: $1,000 (paid on first paycheck)
Your role will partner with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) and the Foster Care Case Management Specialists to serve children with a permanency goal of adoption. You will make decisions and recommendations to ensure the safety and welfare of these children, assess program data to identify and resolve barriers to adoption, and demonstrate creative service delivery, strong time‑management skills, and excellent decision‑making ability.
As a member of the KS Foster Care team, you will work with five other team members and report to our Senior Manager of Kinship and Adoption.
- Provide services to children and families referred under the Foster Care Case Management Contract with the goal of adoption.
- Track and monitor key adoption documents and dates (e.g., birth certificates, adoption applications).
- Complete data entry of designated items into the Cornerstones of Care electronic client management system.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of families interested in adopting a child in the custody of the Secretary of DCF, including adopt‑only families, licensed families, and relatives assigned to you.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, criminal justice, or a related field (required).
- Master’s degree and licensure by the BSRB (preferred).
- At least 21 years of age and a pass of background check, physical, and drug screening.
- Valid driver’s license in your state, proof of current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.
Cornerstones of Care offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:
- Paid time off – 9 paid holidays, unlimited paid time off, and paid sick leave.
- Health insurance (medical, prescription, dental, vision) and Cafeteria plans (HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts).
- Ancillary insurance benefits such as accident, critical illness, and short‑term disability.
- Long‑term disability, basic term life, and AD&D insurance at no cost.
- Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match.
- Pet insurance, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
To view more information on our benefits, please visit our Job Openings page.
Cornerstones of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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