Kinship Care Coordinator

KVC Health Systems; Olathe (KS); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

PTO

Parental leave

403(b) with company match

Clinical supervision

CEU-eligible in-house training

Job summary

KVC Health Systems is seeking a Kinship Care Coordinator in Olathe, KS. The role focuses on completing home studies for relatives, evaluating caregiver capacity, and monthly visits to provide ongoing support to youth in foster care.

Position is full-time with a hybrid schedule requiring 3–5 days in the office. A Bachelor’s or Master’s in a human services field is required; driver’s license and auto insurance are necessary. Apply to join a mission-driven team delivering family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a human services-related field is required.
• Previous experience working with children and family services is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Build a child welfare system that is safe, family-centered, and community-connected.
• Conduct home studies and facilitate kinship placements.
• Provide staff training on kinship care.
• Attend court hearings and case plans; document all client interactions.

Skills

Child welfare knowledge

Communication skills

Community outreach

Case coordination

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Human Services

Job description

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Full Time Olathe, KS, US

Salary: $47,000.00 Annually

Join our team as a Kinship Care Coordinator!

The Kinship Care Coordinator is responsible for completing home studies on relatives that have been identified as a placement option for youth in foster care. They assess the caregiver’s ability to provide for the youth’s physical, mental, educational and social needs as well as visit the relative placement monthly to provide ongoing support.

Hybrid work schedule: varies based on in person workload. 3-5 days in office required. Rotating on call schedule.

Education and experience requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a human services-related field is required.

Previous experience working with children and family services is preferred.

Licensure & Certifications:

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

What you will do:

• Build a child welfare system that is safe, family-centered, and community-connected, using evidence-based practices to support Kansas contract services.
• Responsibilities include providing staff training on kinship care, educating the community, assisting with difficult cases, attending court hearings and case plans, conducting home studies, facilitating kinship placements, and offering ongoing support.
• Maintain relationships with DCF, courts, and community partners, document all client interactions, and attend required training sessions.

Why Choose KVC?

Top 1% of Employers Nationwide
KVC boasts an impressive 83 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, and tuition 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.