KINSHIP SUPPORT SERVICES SPECIALIST
About The Position
Child Crisis Arizona, established in 1977, is dedicated to preventing and intervening in child abuse and neglect, aiming to provide children and youth in Arizona a safe environment by fostering strong and successful families. The Kinship program within the Foster Care and Adoption Department is seeking Kinship Support Specialists. This role involves supporting Kinship families through various services including licensing, courtesy supervision, guardianship, and navigation. Specialists will collaborate with the Department of Child Safety and other stakeholders to ensure safe and familiar home environments for youth. Key activities include conducting home visits, attending supportive meetings, appearing at court hearings, and completing necessary licensing and adoption certification documentation. The position requires frequent travel throughout Maricopa County to meet families in their homes and familiarity with local neighborhood resources.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience
- Experience in social work or human services
- Knowledge of Foster Care Licensing and Child Welfare
- The ability to work Monday-Friday
- Flexibility is required to meet schedules of families which could include occasional weekend activities
- Multitasking and time management skills
- Critical thinking skills
- A passion for supporting and engaging with families and youth
- A personal vehicle required for daily use to conduct home visits with families
- A clean five-year motor vehicle history and a valid Arizona Driver’s license
- A level one fingerprint clearance card or the ability to obtain one prior to starting
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- Prior Kinship program experience and/or AZ Child Welfare Experience
- Completed certification in Pre-Service Kinship Instructor Training
- Notary Certification
- Case management experience
- Community and home based supportive services work experience
Responsibilities
- Support Kinship families through Child Crisis Arizona’s supportive services such as licensing, courtesy supervision, guardianship, and navigation
- Assist families by partnering with the Department of Child Safety and other stakeholders, collaboratively advocating to ensure a safe and familiar home environment for youths
- Conduct home visits
- Attend supportive meetings
- Appear at court hearings
- Complete required licensing and adoption certification documentation
- Regular travel throughout Maricopa County to meet families in their homes
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Heath Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401K with company match
- Generous amount of PTO
- Quarterly Staff Appreciation Activities
- Training and ongoing professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
