Working for an adoption agency can be extremely rewarding.
For many people, the idea of working at an adoption agency sounds both exciting and rewarding. Adoption agencies are responsible for placing thousands of individuals each year with loving families, and play a crucial role in giving these people a second chance. Fortunately, there are plenty of different career options that can land you a job at an adoption agency.
Administrative Staff
One of the most common positions in adoption agencies is administrative staff. These people oversee the daily workings of the office, with responsibilities that can include scheduling, managing documentation and answering phone calls among other tasks. Administrative positions (especially those in a lower paying level) are usually not very difficult to obtain and often require no more than an associates degree. Higher level positions, such as Executive Director, require years of experience, as well as an advanced degree.
Counseling Staff
Most adoption agencies have counselors on staff. Counselors at adoption agencies are responsible for a number of tasks, most of which revolve around supporting parents and children throughout the adoption process. Counselors might also find themselves handling much of the details of the adoption process, including background checks and paperwork. A bachelor's degree in social work or psychology is often enough in the way of credentials to obtain a job as counseling staff at an adoption agency.
Marketing Director
Since adoption agencies often rely on marketing in order to get their message across to the public, those with backgrounds in the advertising industry can find employment as marketing directors for adoption agencies. A marketing director is responsible for all of the agency's communication with both the public and the media, as well as the agency's marketing initiatives, which can range from print advertising to online social media. A degree in marketing or communications is usually required to obtain this position.
