Kinship Navigator

VARIETY CARE INC•Clinton, OK

99d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Kinship Navigator advocates for and supports kinship foster families referred to NorthCare by Oklahoma Human Services (OHS). The role links families with community resources, helps them access those resources, and fosters relationships with state, public, and private agencies to support the child’s placement and permanency in the kinship foster home. The position is based in the Family Kinnections program and provides community-based services, including home visits, community appointments, telehealth, and phone support. Meetings with families are scheduled according to case needs and contractual requirements. The role requires a flexible 40-hour week with a schedule that may vary and includes evenings and weekend hours. Travel is required, including transportation of clients to locations in the community and in-state travel. Community-based staff may work in settings beyond NorthCare offices and may have limited access to onsite supervision. The position is supervised by the Program Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook; processing software; and intermediate general computer skills.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with diverse community members, employees, and stakeholders.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain productive relationships with the community, employees, and other stakeholders.
Ability to bend, stoop, use stairs, and move freely through facilities and the community.
Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel in-state.
Valid Oklahoma driver’s license, with verification provided during employment.
Current automobile liability insurance, including uninsured motorist coverage, with verification provided.
Ability to meet community-based service requirements, including travel to appointments and adding business purposes to auto insurance.
Must report any current or prior confirmed record of child abuse as an adult; any such record is subject to review by the NorthCare Executive Team for hiring or continued-employment approval.
Complete all required NorthCare training within 30 days of employment.
Have a TB test dated within 12 months before employment or obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Adhere to all applicable laws, professional standards, and ethical codes related to job responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a related field.
Master’s degree in a closely related field.
Access to an internet hotspot for use in the field; community-based staff may be eligible for a phone and hotspot stipend.

Responsibilities

Work with kinship foster families to identify the needs of family and household members, determine available services and programs, and assist with advocacy.
Facilitate and maintain positive working relationships with Oklahoma Human Services personnel, including management and leadership.
Help kinship foster families problem-solve to support placement stability.
Promote a warm, engaging organizational culture consistent with NorthCare values, trauma-informed care, and health and wellness.
Collect data for program effectiveness evaluation and research.
Maintain knowledge of community resources and serve as a liaison between OKDHS and NorthCare services within Oklahoma County.
Transport clients to community locations and provide services in the home.
Maintain clinical records and required forms in a timely manner, consistent with agency, funder, and accreditation requirements.
Maintain professional competency through appropriate reading, workshops, and training, and comply with requirements for maintaining professional certifications.
Understand and follow NorthCare’s electronic record system, public folders, contract requirements, and benchmarks.
Protect the confidentiality and integrity of people receiving services in accordance with agency policy.
Meet with families as often as case needs and contractual requirements dictate, including through home visits, telehealth, and phone calls.
Promptly return phone calls and text messages and check and respond to email daily.
Maintain consistent attendance and notify the supervisor promptly of late arrivals or absences.
Meet dress code expectations and complete required NorthCare courses and training.
Comply with agency policies and procedures, including confidentiality, documentation deadlines, and productivity expectations.
Perform other reasonable work within the employee’s qualifications, even if not specifically described.