Kinship Navigator Supervisor II

A Second Chance Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A Second Chance, Inc in Pittsburgh seeks a Supervisor II, Kinship Navigator to lead the Kinship Navigator team, oversee placement practices, and ensure compliant, family-centered services. The role emphasizes supervision, documentation review, data oversight, and collaboration with Allegheny County Children, Youth and Families and other partners to improve outcomes.

Qualified candidates have a background in child welfare and strong leadership, with preferred Master’s in Social Work; internal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field with 1–3 years of child welfare experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree with 3–5 years of child welfare experience.
• Internal candidates with 3+ years ASCI experience and a Bachelor’s degree may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Kinship Navigator staff to ensure a kinship-focused placement process.
• Review all Kinship Navigator documentation for completeness and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Allegheny County Children, Youth and Families (ACCYF) staff and leadership to strengthen processes and remove barriers.
• Collaborate with the child welfare triad on client-specific issues including emergencies.
• Facilitate Kinship Navigator trainings and support staff development.
• Prepare written reports and compile monthly statistics for leadership.
• Track Kinship Navigator referrals in ACCYF KIDS system and ensure accurate data entry.
• Ensure data is entered into the ASCI Kinship Navigator system and maintained.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing staff support.
• Ensure adherence to agency policies, timelines, and DPW regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Staff mentorship

Organization

Communication

Child welfare knowledge

Kinship care practices

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master’s in Social Work

Bachelor’s in Social Work

Job description

Kinship Navigator Supervisor IIPosition Title: Supervisor II, Kinship NavigatorDepartment: Kinship NavigatorOffice: Pittsburgh Corporate OfficeReports To: Sr. Managing Director, CFSFLSA Status: Exempt (Salary) Non-Exempt (Hourly)Job Status: Full-Time Part-TimeOrganizational Overview:ASCI is a mission-driven organization committed to advancing excellence in kinship care and strengthening outcomes for youth and families. Guided by a vision to be the nation’s foremost thought leader on kinship care, ASCI works to ensure all youth have the opportunity to grow into responsible adults while helping to break cycles of abuse and addiction. The organization supports kinship caregivers, youth, and the broader child welfare triad through high-quality services, advocacy, education, and innovative programs. ASCI’s culture emphasizes collaboration, integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement in pursuit of lasting, positive impact for children, families, and communities.Everything we do at A Second Chance, Inc. is in support of our five overarching goals:To educate communities to prevent the cycle of child drug and alcohol abuseTo provide children and families with a kinship alternative as a primary placement optionTo extend knowledge gained and expand organizational capacity with traditional and non-traditional constituentsTo enhance long-term financial securityTo maintain state-of-the-art facilities, technologies, and operationsPosition Summary:The Supervisor II, Kinship Navigator is responsible for overseeing the Kinship Navigator team to ensure high-quality, kinship-focused placement practices through supervision, documentation review, and collaboration with county and agency partners. This position contributes to ASCI’s mission by improving placement outcomes, strengthening program efficiency, and ensuring compliance through leadership, data oversight, and support of complex case management.Key Responsibilities:Supervise Kinship Navigator staff to ensure a kinship-focused placement process, including family finding, screening, and assessmentReview all documentation related to Kinship Navigator activities to ensure completeness and compliance with regulatory requirementsCollaborate with Allegheny County Children, Youth and Families (ACCYF) staff and leadership to strengthen processes and resolve barriers at both individual and system levelsCollaborate with the child welfare triad and management staff regarding client-specific issues, including emergency, non-emergency, and congregate care casesFacilitate Kinship Navigator trainings with ASCI and ACCYF to support program growth and staff developmentPrepare written reports and compile monthly statistical data for Child and Family Services leadership on program outcomesTrack all Kinship Navigator referrals submitted through the ACCYF KIDS system and ensure accurate data entryUpload referrals into the ASCI Kinship Navigator system and ensure proper tracking and reportingEnsure staff maintain accurate and up-to-date data collection trackers on a daily or weekly basisProvide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing support to Kinship Navigator staffServe as a resource for complex cases and assist with problem-solving and decision-makingEnsure adherence to agency policies, timelines, and Department of Public Welfare (DPW) regulationsOther duties as assignedRequirements:EducationRequired: High school diploma or GED equivalentPreferred: Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related human services discipline with 1–3 years of child welfare experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related human services discipline with 3–5 years of child welfare experienceAdditional Consideration: Internal candidates with 3+ years of ASCI experience and a Bachelor’s degree may be consideredExperienceRequired: Minimum of three (3) years of experience working directly with children in a child-related fieldPreferred: Prior supervisory experience working with children and families in a professional or volunteer capacity; experience in child welfare and kinship care servicesSkills & KnowledgeDemonstrates strong organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Allegheny County Children, Youth and Families (ACCYF) and other key stakeholdersDemonstrates leadership abilities with the capacity to guide, mentor, and support staff in a fast-paced, service-oriented environmentPossesses strong knowledge of child welfare, foster care systems, and kinship care practicesDemonstrates commitment to kinship care and the ability to support family-centered placement practicesAbility to collaborate effectively with program leadership and internal teams to support service delivery and program outcomesAbility to engage and work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including experience supporting families within African-American communitiesMaintains a working understanding of Department of Public Welfare (DPW) regulations and related compliance requirementsCertifications & RequirementsCurrent Act 33, State Police, and FBI ClearancesCurrent TB Test & PhysicalValid Pennsylvania Driver’s LicenseAccess to a registered and insured vehicleCertificate of Insurance for vehicleRegular travel within the local city and county, with travel to surrounding counties as predicated by program and business needsAbility to work a flexible schedule as neededParticipate in on-call rotation and respond to service needs as requiredPhysical Demands:This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Ability to perform computer-based work for extended periods in office, remote, and community-based settingsAbility to move about office environments and community locations, including homes, schools, partner agencies, and other service sitesAbility to regularly ambulate within the community, navigate stairs, and enter and exit residences and other facilities while providing servicesAbility to travel as needed to conduct visits, meetings, trainings, and other program-related activitiesAbility to lift, carry, and transport files, program materials, supplies, and small equipment up to 20 lbs. as neededSufficient vision, hearing, and communication abilities to effectively engage with children, families, community partners, and coworkers in a variety of settingsThis job description does not constitute an employment contract and may be revised to meet changing organizational needs.A Second Chance is an Equal Opportunity Employer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious; national origin or ancestry; sex; gender identity or expression; sexual orientation disability; marital status; familial status; age (40 or over); or use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness or physical disability of any individual or independent contractor or because of the disability of an individual with whom the person is known to have an association; or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.