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Come join our team of 60 adoption, nursing, counseling and administrative professionals. In our 100th year, Cradle staff and board are readying the organization for its second century, with even greater impact on children and families. Learn more about our 100-year history.

The Cradle is a nonprofit, licensed child welfare agency providing adoption services, counseling and educational support. Since opening in 1923, The Cradle has facilitated over 16,000 domestic and international adoptions and has been at the forefront of open adoption, African American infant adoption and LGBTQ+ placements.

Work at The Cradle

The Cradle offers competitive wages, resources and a comprehensive benefit package. Full-time benefits include paid time off and holiday time; various health, dental and vision offerings; long-term and short-term disability; 403(b) options; life insurance; and more.

The Cradle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to supporting an environment of access, equity and inclusion for clients, partners and staff members.

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800-CRADLE4 (800-272-3534)

Text CRADLE to 66746

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Have a General Inquiry?

Call 847-475-5800

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Schedule a Call with our Cradle staff to learn how our adoption agency can support you.

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