What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kinship Care Coordinator position at KVC?
***Hybrid Work Schedule: may vary based on customer needs***
KVC Kansas represents one of the strongest and broadest child welfare and behavioral healthcare continuums in the nation. We are responsible for the care of all children who are served by the Kansas Department for Children and Families in the Kansas City Metro and East Regions. KVC is seeking a Kinship Care Coordinator to promote the importance of relative placements while also providing support to relatives who are currently caring for children in foster care. The use of company fleet vehicles is available for company travel.
KVC’s clientele represent diverse backgrounds and KVC is seeking to enhance and expand our diversity in order to better serve our clients.
A Bachelor's degree is required along with licensure from the Kansas BSRB. Applicants must also possess a valid Driver's License and auto insurance.
The duties and responsibilities of this position are as follows:
- Assist in the continued goals of the organization to build a child welfare system that is safe, secure, and family centered.
- Conduct research to locate potential familial connections for children in foster care
- Provide ongoing support to relative families caring for children in foster care through in-home visits and frequent contact
- Acquire or develop resources needed by relative families to provide excellent care for children
- Demonstrate superior organization and time management skills along with a professional work ethic
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions with clients (strong computer skills are necessary to maintain documentation in KVC’s proprietary software)
- Testify in court hearings and provide written updates to cases with court supervision
KVC provides a competitive compensation and benefit package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans; nine paid holidays and additional paid time off; 403(b) employee contribution retirement plan and profit-sharing plan; free short and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees and a tuition reimbursement option!
At KVC, you will enjoy a professional and innovative atmosphere focused on serving diverse children and families in Kansas. KVC continually searches for ways to raise the bar in child welfare and enhance the wellbeing of children and families. Our goal is not only short-term safety and permanency, but long-term, lasting success that will support children’s education, health and emotional stability throughout their lives.
Apply now and join our team today!
All applicants must be 21 years of age and pass all applicable background checks. KVC is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Topeka, KS 66611: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Pay is $43,000/yr. is this within your flexibility?
- Are you at least 21 years old or older? DCF requirement.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location