Social Worker – Public Adoptions Program

 Appleton or Fond du Lac, WI |  Full‑Time |  Hybrid After Training

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join our Public Adoptions Program. Help children with disabilities in foster care find safe, permanent, loving homes .

Our Social Workers provide case management, complete home studies, license adoptive families, and support children and parents throughout the adoption journey.

 Position Highlights

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  40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm w/ flexibility to meet client needs

  
  


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  Hybrid schedule available after 3 months (office + home)

  
  


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  Meaningful work supporting children, families, and permanency outcomes

  
  

 What You’ll Do

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  Assess youth and families

  
  


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  Develop and facilitate service plans

  
  


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  Conduct home studies & CANS assessments

  
  


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  Document case activity in eWiSACWIS within required timelines

  
  


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  Prepare court reports & represent LSS/DCFS professionally

  
  


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  Travel to homes to ensure child safety 

  
  


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  Support families through placement to finalization

  
  


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  Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

  
  


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  Maintain knowledge of adoption laws, ethics, and best practices

  
  


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  Participate in trainings & provide peer consultation

  
  


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  Meet productivity expectations and adapt to client needs

  
  

 Direct Service Approach

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  Promote client independence

  
  


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  Use trauma‑informed, person‑centered practices

  
  


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  Apply evidence‑based models

  
  


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  Maintain accurate time reporting

  
  

 Perks & Benefits

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   Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility + support

  
  


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   Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  
  


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   Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)

  
  


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   Mileage Reimbursement

  
  


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   Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays

  
  


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   403B Retirement Contribution

  
  


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   Annual Raises

  
  


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   Calm Wellness App – Premium Access

  
  


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   Early Earned Wage Access (UKG Wallet)

  
  


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   Employee Assistance Program

  
  


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   Service Awards & Recognition

  
  

 What You'll Bring

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  Bachelor’s in Social Work or related human services field (required)

  
  


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  Master’s in Social Work (preferred)

  
  


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  2+ years human services/social work experience (preferred)

  
  


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  Must hold or be eligible for social work certification/licensure (CSW, APSW, LISW, LCSW)

  
  


• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation 


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  Strong written and verbal communication

  
  


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  Clear, objective documentation

  
  


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  Ability to work with diverse populations

  
  


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  Understanding of mental health, development, and community resources

  
  

 Travel Requirements

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  Daily travel within the region to visit homes and community locations

  
  


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  Occasional overnight travel may be required

  
  


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  Must be comfortable driving in varying weather and community environments 

  
  

 Ready to help children find the permanent, loving families they deserve? Apply today and be part of a life‑changing journey.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).