Kinship Home Assessor: Empower Safe Family Placements

Our Community Our Kids; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Community Our Kids is seeking a Home Assessor to complete kinship home assessments for families seeking placement of children in DFPS/OCOK custody. You will deliver education to families, prepare reports, and ensure safety through home visits and documentation.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in human services and at least two years of relevant experience. The position emphasizes confidentiality, ethical practice, and collaboration with service providers to support families during

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field is required.
• Two years of experience in human services are required; home study writing is preferred.
• Knowledge of child placement practices and related regulations is expected.

Responsibilities

• Complete kinship home assessments for families seeking placement of children in DFPS/OCOK custody.
• Prepare and file reports containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content.
• Conduct health and safety checks of potential relative care providers to assess safety.
• Provide education and counseling to families about kinship processes prior to placement.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow agency policies when handling records.
• Attend to paperwork timely and accurately per OCOK policies and procedures.

Skills

Ethical standards

Professional collaboration

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Our Community Our Kids is seeking a Home Assessor to complete kinship home assessments for families seeking placement of children in DFPS/OCOK custody. You will deliver education to families, prepare reports, and ensure safety through home visits and documentation.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in human services and at least two years of relevant experience. The position emphasizes confidentiality, ethical practice, and collaboration with service providers to support families during