Kinship Care Navigator: Empowering Families & Resources

Catholic Charities Inc.; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Inc. in Mississippi seeks a Kinship Navigator to work directly with kinship caregivers, assess needs, provide referrals, and connect families with community resources.

You will navigate public programs, help with TANF, SNAP, child care, and health services, and act as liaison among families, the Department, and providers. A bachelor’s degree and two years’ related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field required; two years working with families preferred.
• Experience linking families to health care, housing, counseling, and child welfare resources.
• Ability to navigate public programs and provide education to kinship caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Support kinship families by navigating child welfare systems and connecting to resources.
• Makes accurate needs assessments and referrals to services and resources.
• Maintain regular contact with families in office, home, or community settings.
• Assist in determining eligibility, completing forms, and attending appointments.
• Collaborate with agencies and departments to secure services and resources.

Skills

Empathy

Education advocacy

Communication skills

Case coordination

Partnership development

Cultural competence

HIPAA knowledge

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Catholic Charities Inc. in Mississippi seeks a Kinship Navigator to work directly with kinship caregivers, assess needs, provide referrals, and connect families with community resources.

You will navigate public programs, help with TANF, SNAP, child care, and health services, and act as liaison among families, the Department, and providers. A bachelor’s degree and two years’ related experience are required.