Permanency Planner - Homefinder

Permanency Planner - Homefinder

Department: Foster Care

Position Summary: Work collaboratively with foster parents, biological families, referring agencies, and other community resources to ensure continuity of treatment planning toward established discharge goals.

Department

Description:

Gateway Longview’s Foster Care Department works with foster families and youth to achieve permanency. Currently serving approximately 75-85 families with a mix of foster, adoptive, and kinship homes. Services children ages birth to 21 and tailors each case through a unique lens.

Agency: Gateway Longview is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to anti‑racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds and aim for a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Benefits: Flexible and remote working options; generous PTO; up to 13 paid holidays per year; medical/dental/vision coverage; life insurance; 403(b) retirement with employer matching; health savings account; wellness programs; healthy lifestyle incentives; employee assistance programs.

Compensation: Bachelor's Degree: $21.50 - $23.59 per hour;
Master's Degree: $23.30 - $25.38 per hour. Offers are based on education and years of relevant experience.

Hours/

Schedule:

Full‑time, Monday – Friday. Some evenings may be required as needed to assist families and program needs.

Professional Development Opportunities: Gateway Longview invests in developing future leaders through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.

• Implement placement development and guide a treatment plan consistent with the permanency plan of record; assist in developing a concurrent plan for each youth and family.
• Establish and maintain regular contact and therapeutic intervention with all parties (children, birth families, foster/adoptive families) ensuring diligent efforts toward the identified service plan.
• Provide ongoing collaboration with referral sources and community providers (e.g., Family Court, Department of Social Services, Schools, Counselors).
• Provide after‑hour support and crisis intervention when necessary.
• Maintain accurate, timely, comprehensive case records in accordance with ASFA regulations.
• Screen prospective foster/adoptive parent candidates, conduct orientation sessions, pre‑certification training, and complete necessary home studies promptly.
• Coordinate ongoing in‑service training and enrichment programs.
• Review and document re‑certification studies for resource parents.
• Participate actively in professional and community organizations for current trends and needs in child and family treatment.
• Strengthen skills through ongoing in‑service training to meet minimum yearly training requirements.
• Engage in training opportunities, group consultations, etc., to implement Solution‑Focused Trauma‑Informed Care Principles (empowerment, safety, choice, trustworthiness).
• Other duties as assigned.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Multi‑tasking and detail orientation.
• Ability to work independently and as an enthusiastic team player.
• Availability for non‑traditional hours for emergency support.
• Assessment skills and ability to engage families and establish relationships with social services and other providers.
• Specialized trauma treatment training preferred.
• Effective teamwork with clients, staff, families, and community contacts.

• Bachelor’s Degree with relevant experience in social work or a related human services field.
• Valid New York State driver’s license, adequate auto insurance, and reliable transportation for local travel.

EEO/AA Statement: An EEO/AA Agency. Preferred qualifications are not required; we are committed to helping future colleagues develop these skills. Passion for fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization is encouraged.