Koinonia Family Services is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Resource Family Specialist in its Koinonia Connections Emergency Placement Program in Rocklin, CA. The program serves youth 6 to 17 years old who have been placed due to trauma and challenging behaviors. The program is operated from an attractive residential home in the countryside near Sierra College (near I-80 and Rocklin Road). The Resource Family Specialist serves as the resource parent for the facility (home)--providing a safe, nurturing and accepting environment for youth. Additionally, they oversee a team of dedicated direct care staff, ensuring round-the-clock care and supervision for the youth. This position is supported by a full-time assistant who helps with the day-to-day operations of the program and facility, such as shopping for supplies, managing the facility, and running errands. The Resource Family Specialist is also supported by a qualified Master’s level social worker and a committed management team. This program is similar to an agency-operated intensive services foster home with a supervising professional foster parent and team of direct care staff.

As the Resource Family Specialist, your role is pivotal in shaping the program's success. You play a key role in establishing a structured and nurturing environment for our youth. This includes overseeing their morning routines, ensuring they attend school or participate in educational activities, and guiding them through their daily schedules. The work schedule includes being present in the home from morning to early evening, Monday through Friday, and then occasional evening and weekend time interacting with youth in your capacity as a resource parent. The facility includes a master bedroom designated for your use, allowing you to be onsite and available to support both youth and staff. Overnight stays are welcomed when aligned with the goals of the program.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Transform Lives: Join our dedicated team and play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of youth who have experienced trauma. 
• Leadership Role: Lead a team of passionate staff committed to providing care and supervision for youth to improve their lives. Your leadership will ensure a supportive and trauma-informed environment for both the youth and your team members.
• Competitive Compensation: Annual compensation in the range of $80,000 to $90,000, or even higher depending on the number of youth placed in the facility. Guaranteed annual base salary of $66,560 plus additional income per youth placed per month.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a platinum-level group health insurance package including medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and behavioral health coverage.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO accrual, paid holidays and participation in the company's 401k plan with a company match.
• Financial Security: Income protection through a $50,000 group life insurance policy.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing opportunities for training and resources to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Resource Family Approval (RFA) resource parent for the facility (home), providing a safe and nurturing environment for youth.
• Create a safe, secure and nurturing environment for youth who have experienced trauma to foster a sense of acceptance and belonging.
• Direct the daily operations of the facility, ensuring a high level of quality care for youth.
• Schedule and supervise the staffing of youth counselors, providing training and oversight to ensure proper care and supervision of clients.
• Maintain the facility, grounds, vehicle, and budgets, including weekly facility food and clothing budgets, with the assistance of a full-time staff person who handles those duties.
• Work collaboratively with social workers on client treatment plans, ensuring their proper implementation.
• Respond to emergencies, maintaining positive public relations with the community, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science-related field or equivalent experience, plus two years of supervisory experience in children's services or a related field preferred.
• Ability to be approved as a RFA resource parent. 
• Two years of supervisory experience preferred, including the ability to mentor, guide, and motivate a team of direct care staff.
• Strong relational skills with the ability to build strong relationships with youth, staff and others.
• Experience in crisis intervention and the ability to provide support and guidance in urgent or complex cases.
• Ability to handle administrative tasks such as record-keeping, compliance, and reporting.
• A strong understanding of and commitment to cultural competency, ensuring inclusive and sensitive care.
• Required certifications include a valid driver's license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and the ability to pass a criminal background check.
• A high level of integrity and commitment to ethical practices.
• Knowledge of Community Care Licensing regulations and standards, with at least two years in a supervisory role.

About Koinonia Family Services:

Koinonia is a leading provider of child and family services in California and Nevada, dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth, and their families. With a team of over 260 employees across 27 locations, we deliver specialized programs and services to support over 700 youth and families. Our comprehensive programs in California encompass foster care, adoption (including a full-service adoption license), post-adoption wraparound, short-term residential treatment programs (STRTP), crisis resolution residential program, and behavioral health residential programs in partnership with Kaiser. In Nevada, we offer specialized treatment foster care, day treatment programs, outpatient behavioral health programs, and an outpatient psychiatric clinic. Since our establishment in 1982, Koinonia has provided hope and healing to children, youth and their families through meaningful relationships and quality programs and services.

Join Our Team: Experience a Fulfilling Work Environment at Koinonia Family Services!

At Koinonia, we pride ourselves on creating an exceptional organizational culture that focuses on the quality of relationships and values diversity. In fact, in a recent employee satisfaction survey, an overwhelming 95% of employees reported working well with their coworkers, and an impressive 96% said they are satisfied with their supervisor. We strongly believe in treating our employees with dignity and respect, and 94% of our staff agree they are treated accordingly. As a trauma-informed agency, we prioritize a person-centered treatment philosophy in all aspects of our work. Koinonia is more than just a great place to work; it offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact. Join our dedicated team and contribute to the well-being of children and families in need. Together, we can bring hope and healing to those who need it most.

Koinonia is a qualified employer under the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after a minimum number of qualifying monthly payments have been made while working for a qualifying employer. Visit the PSLF program for complete details on eligibility. 

Important Note:

Qualified candidates must successfully pass a criminal background clearance through the Department of Justice and FBI, as well as a pre-employment physical and TB test. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and eligibility for auto insurance are also required. Koinonia Family Services is an equal opportunity employer.