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Technology Enablement & Adoption Specialist
Overview
The Technology Enablement and Adoption Specialist is responsible for training, integration, and ongoing optimization of business technologyunder the management of the Director of Business Systems and Operations. This role serves as a key resource in helping advisors, staff, and operational teams leverage technology to improve performance, efficiency, collaboration, and growth.
The Technology Enablement & Adoption Specialist will provide comprehensive training to advisors and staff, support the implementation and sustainment of technology initiatives, help identify opportunities for process improvement, and work to ensure firm-wide utilization of approved business systems and tools.
Key Responsibilities
Training & User Development
- Serve as the primary trainer for firm approved technology platforms and productivity tools.
- Develop and deliver one-on-one coaching, group training sessions, workshops, and virtual learning experiences.
- Create and maintain training materials including videos, job aids, user guides, knowledge articles, and learning curricula.
- Facilitate onboarding technology training for new advisors and staff.
- Assess user proficiency and develop action plans to improve technology effectiveness.
- Provide ongoing education on new features, enhancements, and best practices.
- Provide follow up coaching and support to ensure successful implementation of technology tools.
Technology Adoption
- Coordinate the introduction of new technology solutions that improve operational efficiency, advisor experience, client service, and workflow effectiveness.
- Support technology rollouts, system updates, and implementation projects.
- Recommend solutions that improve productivity, collaboration, and operational effectiveness.
Business Systems Support
- Partner with the Director of Business Systems and Operations to grow and sustain the integration of business technology tools into firm workflows and advisor practices.
- Assist in the management and optimization of Microsoft 365 applications including Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Planner, Forms, Power BI, and other approved solutions.
- Assist with documenting business processes and technology procedures.
Operational & Administrative Support
- Perform technology setup and configuration tasks as assigned by the Director of Business Systems and Operations.
- Assist with user account maintenance, permissions requests, system access coordination, and technology onboarding activities.
- Support testing efforts for new applications, updates, and technology enhancements.
- Assist with technology-related projects and special initiatives.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Results Expected
- Increased adoption and effective utilization of firm technology platforms.
- Consistent and successful implementation of new technology initiatives.
- Comprehensive training programs that enable staff and advisors to effectively use technology resources.
- High levels of user engagement, confidence, and satisfaction with business technology tools.
- Reduction in technology-related inefficiencies through coaching and training.
- Timely communication is essential.
- Positive feedback from staff, advisor teams and firm management.
Qualifications
- Proven experience delivering technology training, coaching, and end-user support.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Planner, Forms, and Power BI.
- Experience creating training materials such as user guides, videos, job aids, knowledge articles, and learning curricula.
- Ability to facilitate both in-person and virtual training sessions for individuals and groups.
- Experience supporting technology implementations, system rollouts, and adoption initiatives.
- Ability to assess user proficiency and develop improvement plans to increase technology effectiveness.
- Experience documenting business processes, workflows, and technology procedures.
- Understanding of business systems integration and workflow optimization.
- Experience supporting user account management, permissions, and onboarding activities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Customer-service mindset with a commitment to helping users achieve success with technology.
- Ability to work collaboratively with advisors, staff, operational teams, and leadership.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting technology-related issues and providing practical solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly and stay current on technology trends and best practices.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while supporting team objectives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education, Communications, or a related field.
- Experience in financial services, wealth management, professional services, or a highly regulated industry.
- Experience with technology adoption, learning management systems (LMS), or organizational training programs.
- Familiarity with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI.
- Experience supporting digital transformation and process improvement initiatives.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees. The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 annually, with final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and relevant skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, and other employee benefit programs.
Pay: $31.00 - $36.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience with technology enablement? Yes or No
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Memphis, TN 38137
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in adoption specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field
- Active social work licensure such as LSW, LCSW, or BSW depending on state requirements
- Experience conducting home studies and writing detailed family assessment reports
- Knowledge of ICPC, ICWA, and applicable state foster care or adoption regulations
- Proficiency with case management software and electronic documentation systems
- Valid driver's license and ability to conduct in-home visits across an assigned service area
Tips for Your Adoption Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to case documentation
Adoption specialists spend a significant portion of their time writing home studies, case notes, and court reports. Highlight specific documentation systems you've used and name any state-mandated formats you're familiar with, like ICPC packets or ICWA compliance records.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists adoption specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your licensure status prominently
Many postings require a Licensed Social Worker credential at the BSW, MSW, or LSW level. Place your licensure designation, state of issuance, and expiration date near the top of your resume so hiring managers don't have to search for it.
Target agencies by their funding model
Public child welfare agencies, private nonprofits, and faith-based adoption agencies each recruit for different caseloads and compliance frameworks. Read the job description for language like 'Title IV-E,' 'Hague-accredited,' or 'foster care licensing' to match your experience to the right employer type.
Prepare scenario answers around difficult disclosures
Interviewers frequently ask how you handle prospective parents who disclose prior criminal history, domestic disputes, or financial hardship during home study interviews. Prepare two or three structured examples using real situations where you balanced family support with child safety standards.
Negotiate for training and supervision support
Many adoption specialist roles require ongoing clinical supervision hours for licensure advancement. Ask explicitly whether the employer provides licensed supervisors, covers supervision fees, and counts those hours toward your continuing education requirements before accepting an offer.
Adoption Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most adoption specialists?
The most active employers for adoption specialists right now are SAP, Baird, and Orica, and the most openings are in Texas, Virginia, and District of Columbia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically highest in states with large public child welfare systems and active foster care licensing programs.
How many adoption specialist jobs are remote?
About 62% of adoption specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote positions are less common than in many other social services roles. Administrative functions like case documentation review and family recruitment outreach are more likely to allow remote work, while home study completion and in-person court appearances typically require travel.
How do you become an adoption specialist?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, then obtain the required state licensure, which is usually at the LSW or BSW level for entry roles and LCSW for senior positions. Gain hands-on experience through internships or entry-level case aide roles at a foster care or child welfare agency. Building familiarity with home study writing, ICPC procedures, and state-specific foster care regulations strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Can you get hired as an adoption specialist with little or no experience?
Yes, some agencies hire candidates with a relevant degree and a completed field placement or internship, even without paid experience. Focus on roles titled family recruitment specialist or adoption case aide, which are common entry points. Demonstrating knowledge of trauma-informed care practices, home study documentation basics, and child welfare legislation like ICWA can offset a thinner work history when you're applying for the first time.
What does the adoption specialist interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone screen from a recruiter or hiring manager, followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with a program supervisor or clinical director. Expect scenario-based questions about handling difficult home study disclosures, managing high caseloads, and navigating family conflict. Some agencies include a written exercise where you draft a brief case note or summarize a hypothetical family assessment before a final offer is made.
Where can I find and apply to adoption specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to adoption specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from child welfare agencies, nonprofit organizations, and foster care programs across the United States. Find roles that match your licensure level, geographic preference, and area of focus, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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