KVC Kansas is looking for energetic, positive, caring professionals to join our team. If you are looking for a rewarding career and a compassionate, flexible work environment - KVC is the place for you!

We all need connection, and that's why we exist. By providing in-home family support, therapeutic services, foster care and adoption case management, substance abuse treatment and psychiatric care, KVC touches the lives of over 60,000 children and families each year.

This position will not cover the Topeka area but would cover the following counties near Manhattan, KS: Geary, Riley, and parts of Pottawatomie counties.

The Family Service Coordinator will:

• assist in the continued goals of the organization to build a child welfare system that is safe, secure, and family centered. KVC relies heavily on community connections and evidence-based practice to provide outstanding care to children and families.
• participate in the recruitment, training, and licensing of foster family homes
• provide ongoing support to foster families caring for children in foster care through in-home visits and frequent contact with foster parents
• acquire or develop resources needed by foster families to provide excellent care for children
• demonstrate experience in working with children and families, superior organization and time management skills and professionalism.
• maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions with clients. Strong computer skills are necessary to maintain documentation in KVC's proprietary software
• testify in court hearings and provide written updates to cases with court supervision

Due to the unique needs of the families we serve, this role does not have a predictable schedule. KVC staff have the flexibility to manage their own time to create a positive work-life balance, but there will be evening and weekend work required as well as significant travel time to visit families in their homes. Mileage reimbursement is provided for all company travel.

KVC provides a competitive compensation and benefit package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans; nine paid holidays and additional paid time off; 403(b) employee contribution retirement plan and profit sharing plan.

Education:

A bachelor's or master's degree in social work, community counseling, human development, child and family development, applied family and youth services, public health, health sciences, trauma studies, sociology/social services, substance abuse/addictions, early childhood, education, or psychology from an accredited college/university

Licensure/Certification:

Licensure by the Kansas BSRB is preferred

Driver's license and valid auto insurance required

Experience:

Two years' experience with children and family services required

KVC provides a competitive compensation and benefit package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans; nine paid holidays and additional paid time off; 403(b) employee contribution retirement plan and profit-sharing plan; free short and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees and a tuition reimbursement option!

At KVC, you will enjoy a professional and innovative atmosphere focused on serving diverse children and families in Kansas. KVC continually searches for ways to raise the bar in child welfare and enhance the wellbeing of children and families. Our goal is not only short-term safety and permanency, but long-term, lasting success that will support children's education, health and emotional stability throughout their lives.

Apply now and join our team today!

All applicants must be 21 years of age and pass all applicable background checks. KVC is an equal opportunity employer.

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