Kinship Care Navigator & Advocate (Bilingual Spanish)

Penny Lane Centers; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Penny Lane Centers in Lancaster, CA is seeking a Resource Family Partner to provide direct support, advocacy, and service navigation to kinship caregivers, promoting family stability and child well-being. The role requires independent work, multitasking, and strong knowledge of community resources and trauma-informed practice.

The position emphasizes bilingual Spanish communication, valid CA driver’s license, and ability to access a vehicle during work hours, with compensation reflecting hourly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred plus a year of full-time experience at an agency providing social services or similar program services to children or families.
• Or a high school diploma plus two years minimum experience in the field of social work, behavioral science, or social science.
• Or a high school diploma and at least 32 units from an accredited University, College or Community College, with at least 16 units in Social Work, Social Sciences, Humanities, Public Administration or Public Health plus a year of full time experience at an agency providing social services or similar program services to children or families.

Responsibilities

• Direct support, advocacy, and service navigation to kinship caregivers to promote family stability and the well-being of children and youth in their care.
• Work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and demonstrate knowledge of community resources and available support services.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or social work

HS diploma + 2 years relevant experience

HS diploma + 32 units incl social sciences

Job description

Penny Lane Centers in Lancaster, CA is seeking a Resource Family Partner to provide direct support, advocacy, and service navigation to kinship caregivers, promoting family stability and child well-being. The role requires independent work, multitasking, and strong knowledge of community resources and trauma-informed practice.

The position emphasizes bilingual Spanish communication, valid CA driver’s license, and ability to access a vehicle during work hours, with compensation reflecting hourly