Kinship & Adoption Navigator

BUCKEYE RANCH•Norwood, OH

1d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Kinship & Adoption Navigator supports kinship caregivers and adoptive parents in accessing services, resources, and social support for themselves and the children in their homes. The role includes weekly case consultation and support with the OhioKAN Regional Coach to deliver OhioKAN services with fidelity. The position is part of The Buckeye Ranch’s Foster Care team and involves working directly with families, regional coordinators, and public and private partners. It includes home visits and travel to community agencies, as well as hosting public education and outreach events. Services should be adapted to the language, cultural norms, and preferences of diverse families, including verification of protections under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).

Requirements

Proficiency with necessary computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook and case databases.
Active driver’s license and proof of valid auto insurance; driving is an essential function of the role.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, references, FBI/BCI background check, ARCS registries check, and SACWIS database checks.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Education, or a related field.
Direct experience working with families and/or professional case management experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed assessments with kinship and adoptive families to identify milestones, develop individualized care plans, and advocate for needed services.
Collaborate with regional coordinators and public and private partners to build accurate service directories and maintain referral pipelines.
Maintain complete family records in the OhioKAN database.
Participate in weekly consultations with the OhioKAN Regional Coach to support delivery of services according to established program models.
Travel to client homes and community agencies to provide direct support and accommodate family schedules.
Host public education and outreach events.
Coordinate and adapt support services to the language, cultural norms, and individual preferences of diverse families.
Verify specific protections under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
Paid time off: three weeks within the first year.
Daily Pay Partners, allowing employees to get paid daily.
Company-paid life insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability.
401(k) with employer contribution.
Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Tuition assistance.
Employee referral program.