Country Coordinator

Description Are you looking for an organization that is committed to diversity and work-life balance? Come and join the Adoption Programs of Children's Home & Lutheran Social Service of MN that is making a difference to bring families together. You will be part of our International Adoption program. Children's Home & Lutheran Social Service of MN have a long history of providing care and finding families for children. This position is benefits eligible. Children's Home & Lutheran Social Service of MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us! As a Country Coordinator, you will guide and support families adopting through a variety of country programs, communicate with our partners overseas, and help ensure state, federal and international standards are met throughout all stages of the adoption process. This position is benefits eligible. Major responsibilities for a Country Coordinator may include: Support and guide families with country-specific documentation, education and travel preparation; Prepare and present child referrals to families; Direct families through the immigration petition process; Serve as liaison between international contacts, agency and U.S. immigration officials; Oversee receipt and routing of post-placement reports; Manage client records to meet state/federal/international/licensing requirements. Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Global Studies, International Relations, Social Work, or related field; 1-3 years relevant international experience (study, travel, work or language skills) preferred; Must have strong organizational skills including ability to case manage and keep documentation up to date; Ability to communicate well using verbal and written methods; Ability to utilize independent judgment and discretion to resolve complex matters; Valid drivers' license preferred, including insurance, a reliable vehicle and insurability under agency policy; Ability to work with and advocate for all clients served, regardless of race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or family type. Children's Home & Qualifications Education Bachelors (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.