Assessment Worker

KVC Health Systems, Inc.; Topeka, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinical supervision

CEU-eligible in-house training

Generous PTO

Parental leave

Health benefits

403(b) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KVC Health Systems, Inc. in Topeka, KS is seeking an Assessment Worker to partner with the case management team to develop specialized assessments emphasizing families' strengths, resources, and capacities in their case plans.

The role focuses on Family-Based Assessments, evidence-based tools, and collaborating to hold Initial Team Meetings within 48 hours of referrals, while supporting placement resources and staff training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, community counseling, human development, child and family development, applied family and youth sciences, public health, health sciences, trauma studies, sociology/social services, substance abuse/addictions, early childhood, education, or psychology from an accredited college/university.
• Two years of experience with children and families required.
• Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a child welfare system that is safe, stable, and family-centered while utilizing evidence-based practices to support Kansas contract services.
• Collaborate with the case management team to complete Family-Based Assessments and all required evidence-based diagnostic tools.
• Partner with case management to facilitate Initial Team Meetings within 48 hours of a referral.
• Assist in facilitating Icebreaker meetings to build positive connections between caregivers and placement resources.
• Provide expert guidance and training to the case management team on the proper completion and scoring of evidence-based assessments.
• Lead the integration of the Safe & Connected Framework during initial case planning.
• Deliver ongoing consultation and training to staff to ensure effective facilitation of the Safe & Connected Framework.

Skills

Computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Job description

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Assessment Worker

Full Time Topeka, KS, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 9519

Salary: $47,000.00 Annually

Join our team as a Assessment Worker!

The Assessment Worker will partner with the case management team in the development of specialized assessments emphasizing strengths, resources and capacities as well as encouraging families to take the lead in developing their case plan.

Education and experience requirements:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, community counseling, human development, child and family development, applied family and youth sciences, public health, health sciences, trauma studies, sociology/social services, substance abuse/addictions, early childhood, education, or psychology from an accredited college/university
• Requires Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email
• Two years of experience with children and families required

Licensure & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.
• All KVC Kansas employees must be at least 21 years of age.

What you will do:

• System Development: Contribute to a child welfare system that is safe, stable, and family-centered while utilizing evidence-based practices to support Kansas contract services.
• Assessment Partnership: Collaborate with the case management team to complete Family-Based Assessments and all required evidence-based diagnostic tools.
• Initial Team Coordination: Partner with case management to facilitate Initial Team Meetings within 48 hours of a referral.
• Placement Support: Assist in facilitating Icebreaker meetings to build positive connections between caregivers and placement resources.
• Training & Consultation: Provide expert guidance and training to the case management team on the proper completion and scoring of evidence-based assessments.
• Framework Implementation: Lead the integration of the Safe & Connected™ Framework during initial case planning.
• Strategic Coaching: Deliver ongoing consultation and training to staff to ensure the effective facilitation of the Safe & Connected™ Framework.
• Why Choose KVC?
• Top 1% of Employers Nationwide
  KVC boasts an impressive83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, reflecting a culture where employees feel valued and supported.
• Outstanding Benefits
  Enjoy company-paid clinical supervision, CEU-eligible in-house training, generous PTO, parental leave, health benefits, 403(b) with company match, andtuition reimbursement up to $21,000.
• Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture
  We invest in you through talent development and wellness benefits. Your wellbeing matters.
• Meaningful Impact
  Join a team dedicated to strengthening families and transforming child welfare systems.

At KVC, you’ll belong to a close-knit team and feel the deep sense of meaning that comes from providing life-changing help to children and families. Join a values-driven team that is passionate about transforming people’s experience of child welfare and mental health services.