Kinship Navigator Specialist — Social Worker (Flexible Schedule)

Four Oaks Enterprise; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Career Growth & Advancement

Job summary

Four Oaks is seeking a compassionate Kinship Navigator Specialist to help children stay connected with relatives and trusted caregivers in the Cedar Rapids area. You will assess caregiver needs, develop Kinship Support Plans, and connect families with essential services to promote safe, stable, and nurturing homes.

You will build collaborative relationships with kinship caregivers, children, and community partners to improve outcomes and access resources such as childcare, food assistance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or AA in social work or human services field with 2 years child welfare experience.
• Experience with foster/adoptive families is a plus.
• Strong communication and case coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Connect families with resources and develop kinship support plans.
• Assess caregiver needs and create Kinship Support Plans with achievable goals.
• Partner with relatives, kinship caregivers, and professionals to create positive outcomes.
• Promote family stability and reunification when appropriate.
• Empower caregivers through strengths-based coaching.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Child welfare knowledge

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Master's degree in social work

AA degree in human services

Job description

Four Oaks is seeking a compassionate Kinship Navigator Specialist to help children stay connected with relatives and trusted caregivers in the Cedar Rapids area. You will assess caregiver needs, develop Kinship Support Plans, and connect families with essential services to promote safe, stable, and nurturing homes.

You will build collaborative relationships with kinship caregivers, children, and community partners to improve outcomes and access resources such as childcare, food assistance,