Permanency Specialist - Wilmington

The Bair Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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As a Permanency Specialist, you’ll play a critical role onthe child and family service team, supporting children and families in achieving safe, stable, and permanent living arrangements. This role focuses on permanency planning, family engagement, and coordination of services in alignment with the organization’s mission and applicable regulations.

Salary:$36,000-$40,000 Annually

Travel Area: I-2 hours from the office

We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to strengthening children, families, and communities. Our work is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to providing safe, nurturing, and supportive environments where children can thrive.

• Walk alongside children as they move toward lasting family connections and a true sense of belonging
• Help transform temporary placements into lifelong relationships through reunification, guardianship, or adoption
• Be part of life-changing moments as children move from uncertainty to stability and permanence
• Support families and caregivers as they open their hearts and homes tolong-term commitments that shape a child’s future
• Advocate for permanency decisions that honor each child’s story, strengths,and need for connection
• Celebrate progress and milestones as children gain the security, identity,and hope that comes with a permanent family

• Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field
• Prior experience in child welfare, foster care, or permanency services
• Familiarity with court systems and regulatory requirements
• Strong family engagement and advocacy skills

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related human services field
• Experience working with children,families, or social service systems preferred
• Knowledge of child welfare principles and permanency planning
• Strong communication, organization,and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Candidate must possess valid driver’slicense, current vehicle insurance and state registration