Kinship & Relatives Engagement Specialist

Lutheran Social Service; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

PTO time frontload

8 paid holidays

401(k) match

Medical plans with HSA & FSA options

Dental and vision plans

Employer paid life insurance

Career development opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service is hiring a Kinship Specialist to work with a child’s team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody. You will connect with the child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet the child’s needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, 1–2 years of related experience, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, plus one to two years related experience is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete all agency background checks.
• Requires active auto-insurance, a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one with approved driver status.

Responsibilities

• The Kinship Specialist works with a child's team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody.
• You will connect with the child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet the child's needs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Lutheran Social Service is hiring a Kinship Specialist to work with a child’s team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody. You will connect with the child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet the child’s needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, 1–2 years of related experience, and the ability to travel.