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FamilyCore

Adoption Preservation Case Manager

Peoria, IL · On-site

$26.88/hr

Track Case Management Outcomes and Outputs based on goals established in the Adoption Preservation(AP) Program Plan. * Accept and implement direction, instruction, and correction from immediate ...

FamilyCore

Adoption Preservation Case Manager

Peoria, IL · On-site

$21.25 - $28/hr

Track Case Management Outcomes and Outputs based on goals established in the Adoption Preservation(AP) Program Plan. * Accept and implement direction, instruction, and correction from immediate ...

FamilyCore

Adoption Preservation Case Manager

Peoria, IL · On-site

$26.88/hr

Track Case Management Outcomes and Outputs based on goals established in the Adoption Preservation(AP) Program Plan. * Accept and implement direction, instruction, and correction from immediate ...

FamilyCore

Adoption Preservation Case Manager

Peoria, IL · On-site

$21.25 - $28/hr

Track Case Management Outcomes and Outputs based on goals established in the Adoption Preservation(AP) Program Plan. * Accept and implement direction, instruction, and correction from immediate ...

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How much do adoption case manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for adoption case manager in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Adoption Case Manager, and why are they important?

An Adoption Case Manager needs a background in social work or a related field, typically with a relevant degree and, in many cases, state certification or licensure. Familiarity with case management software, state adoption regulations, and child welfare systems is crucial. Outstanding interpersonal skills, empathy, and strong organizational abilities set top professionals apart in this role. These competencies ensure that children and families receive effective support, guidance, and advocacy throughout the adoption process.

What does an Adoption Case Manager do?

An Adoption Case Manager is a social work professional who guides children and prospective adoptive families through the adoption process. Their responsibilities include assessing the needs of children, evaluating adoptive families, facilitating placement, and providing ongoing support to ensure successful adoptions. They also handle legal documentation, conduct home studies, and coordinate with social services and legal systems. The goal is to ensure the child's best interests are met and the adoption process runs smoothly for all parties involved.

How does an Adoption Case Manager typically collaborate with families and other professionals during the adoption process?

Adoption Case Managers work closely with prospective adoptive families, birth parents, and a multidisciplinary team that may include social workers, therapists, and legal professionals. They facilitate communication between all parties, coordinate home studies and background checks, and ensure that each step of the adoption process complies with legal and agency requirements. Regular meetings and updates are common, and case managers often provide education, support, and resources to help families navigate challenges. This collaborative approach ensures the child's best interests are prioritized throughout the adoption journey.

What is the difference between Adoption Case Manager vs Foster Care Case Manager?

AspectAdoption Case ManagerFoster Care Case Manager
Required CredentialsSocial work degree, state licensing, certificationSocial work degree, state licensing, certification
Work EnvironmentAdoption agencies, child welfare organizationsChild welfare agencies, foster care programs
Employer & IndustryChild adoption agencies, non-profitsChild welfare agencies, government departments
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Adoption Case Managers and Foster Care Case Managers both work within child welfare, often requiring similar credentials and working in related environments. The key difference is that Adoption Case Managers focus on facilitating permanent placements through adoption, while Foster Care Case Managers oversee children in temporary foster homes. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers identify roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Adoptions Care Manager I

Adoptions Care Manager I

LifeStream Behavioral Center

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Our Adoptions Care Manager plays a tremendous role in helping children achieve permanency in a forever home through their continued efforts within the Adoption's Unit. Moving a case along from Dependency to Adoptions, their focus is to maintain quality communication with our pre-adoptive and prospective adoptive parents, which helps to alleviate the consumer's concerns when dealing with an often lengthy and frustrating system. Additionally, our Adoptions Care Managers ensure that appropriate, necessary, and accurate referrals for services are provided timely in order to achieve the highest level of care for our children, as well as move towards finalization of the adoption in as timely a manner as possible.
We are seeking individuals that possess:
  • Customer Service Focused and Timely and Courteous Responsiveness
  • Dedication and Commitment
  • Child Safety, Permanency, and Well-being
  • Flexibility/Reliability/Adaptability
  • Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Critical Thinking and Crisis Management Skills
  • Organizational and Time Management Skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES: The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification with or without an accommodation. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ensures continuity of care while facilitating and expediting Adoption permanency for children through a care management model that develops, expands, accesses and links resources in the community that meet the needs of children and their pre-adoptive families.
  • Provides care management services, including assessment, planning, linking, monitoring, and advocacy, to assigned children and their pre-adoptive families.
  • Ensures recommendations from the Medicaid Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessments (CBHA) have been implemented for all children and their caregivers/pre-adoptive families.
  • Develops Adoption case plans to ensure the achievement of the permanency goal that has measurable objectives relating to the permanency goal, specific task assignments with timelines while meeting all legal requirements under Chapter 39.
  • Reviews and updates case plans monthly or more frequently as needed to assess the achievement of the permanency goal and the need for modifications to the goal as necessary.
  • Conducts Adoptions Home Studies, Child Studies, Disclosures, Initiates Adoption Subsidy Packets within the established guidelines, Conduct Match Staffing, Recruitment Efforts, and procedures.
  • Keeps stakeholders, including caregivers/pre-adoptive parents, informed of current status of case plans whenever goals, interventions or timelines need to be changed.
  • Provides caregivers and pre-adoptive families with educational information in order to enhance their awareness of child abuse and neglect and to promote family stability and a healthy family system.
  • Maintains electronic and paper records of each case, ensuring that chronological notes of care management service activities are accurate and entered timely into the appropriate data system.
  • Ensures all legal/judicial work is prepared timely and in accordance with Florida Statue and agency policy.
  • Identifies and monitors children at risk and advises Adoption Case Manager Supervisor of their status.
  • Refers children and their caregivers to appropriate community services and otherwise assures continuity of care for children.
  • Treats all children and caregivers/pre-adoptive families with the utmost respect and common courtesy.
  • Participates in staff development programs and other training opportunities as required.
  • Participates in team meetings, client care and utilization reviews, and staff meetings as required.
  • Formulates and submits comprehensive, accurate and timely court documents in preparation for judicial proceedings.
  • Attends court proceedings as required, comports self in a professional manner and provides accurate and pertinent information as solicited by the presiding judge or general magistrate.
  • Acts in accordance with all original and modified orders of the court.
  • Assumes rotating on-call responsibilities as assigned and executes all necessary functions attendant with those responsibilities.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships required for proper functioning within the role of an Adoption Case Manager, including the following
  • Relationships as a member of the service unit, particularly in the area of assisting other team members as appropriate and expected;
  • Relationships with supervisory staff, emphasizing proper response to and use of supervision and appropriate reliance on supervisory staff to guide activities during unusual circumstances;
  • Relationships with community resource providers, particularly emphasizing facilitation of the referral process and providing continuity of care;
  • Relationships with children and their caregivers/pre-adoptive families, including awareness of and attention to developmental issues related to interpersonal functioning within their environment.

COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Motivation (KSAM) required for an employee to be successful.
  • Serving Our Consumers: Effectively meeting consumer needs, building productive consumer relationships, and taking responsibility for consumer satisfaction and loyalty.
    • Consumer Focus: Building strong consumer relationships and delivering consumer-centric solutions.
    • Values Differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
  • Effective Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
    • Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
    • Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
  • Continuous Improvement: The ongoing process of achieving positive changes in service and processes in order to improve efficiency and quality.
    • Resourcefulness: Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
    • Cultivates Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
  • Expertise: Demonstrating proficiency of an employee's skill or knowledge within their field of practice.
    • Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS: Must possess workable knowledge of community resources, have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and possess computer skills necessary to negotiate the Adoption Case Manager role. Also must have the ability to assess risk in children and families, possess the ability to document in a clear, concise manner, have the skills necessary to assess, interpret and deliver care-related information concerning the life-span development of children and families and must have a positive attitude concerning all aspects of working in a challenging environment, including significant patience and respect for children and families who can become upset at circumstances, sensitivity to cultural needs/differences and willingness to serve as a positive member of a working team.
JUDGMENT/DECISION MAKING: Utilizes established corporate policies and procedures in making decisions. Uses sound judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of the position. Good judgment is a critical component to job performance, particularly with respect to assessments of risk and child safety.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
  • Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related degree with at least 2 years' experience in directly working with children and families in the child welfare system of care. Child Welfare Certification required.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or social services related degree with at least 2 years' experience in working with children and families.

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT: Completes all requirements according to Individual Training Plan within the first six months of hire and annually. Other training and/or professional development may be assigned due to evolution of programs. Successful completion of State of Florida Child Welfare Pre-Service Training or current Child Welfare Case Management Certification through the Florida Certification Board. Completes agency-specific training within the first six months of employment. Possesses a current Background Clearance Screening Letter as required by DCF. Possesses a valid Florida driver's license and is insurable by the agency's current insurance carrier.

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