Kinship Navigator Specialist

FosterAdopt Connect • Independence, MO

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About The Position

The Kinship Navigator Specialist provides one-on-one support to relatives and kinship caregivers caring for children outside of traditional foster care. The specialist partners with caregivers to identify each family's needs, develop individualized Navigation Plans, and connect them with community resources, benefits, advocacy, and support services. This work promotes family stability and helps children remain safely with relatives in nurturing homes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively for a variety of audiences.
• Ability to quickly establish rapport and build trust.
• Flexibility in work schedule, including availability for evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to travel, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to relatives and kinship caregivers caring for children outside of traditional foster care.
• Partner with caregivers to identify their family's unique needs.
• Develop individualized Navigation Plans.
• Connect caregivers with community resources, benefits, advocacy, and support services that promote stability and help children remain safely with family.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Highly competitive health plan
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with generous employer contribution
• Life insurance and long-term disability provided at no cost to the employee
• Voluntary life and short-term disability options
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match
• Flexible Spending Account with medical expense and dependent care options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED