Position Summary: The Supervisor of Kinship provides support and supervision to Kinship Care Coordinators and Specialists providing direct service.

Location: Topeka

Education: Bachelor’s degree, in a field that is eligible to be licensed by the BSRB, from an accredited college or university; OR Master’s degree, in a field that is eligible to be licensed by the BSRB at the master’s or clinical level, from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three years’ experience in children and family services Requires Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email

Licensure/Certification: Licensed by the Kansas BSRB

Essential Duties:

• Supervise Kinship Care Coordinators and Specialists
• Build a safe, family-centered, and evidence-based child welfare system
• Provide bi-weekly supervision to staff; available 24/7 for crisis calls
• Ensure team meets performance expectations, timelines, and regulations
• Support staff needs and assign new referrals based on strengths and skills
• Deliver direct services per program guidelines and comply with regulatory standards
• Complete required paperwork and follow agency policies
• Attend meetings, acquire resources, and provide culturally sensitive services
• Supervise Social Work interns and offer backup support as needed
• Observe children for signs of abuse/neglect and participate as an organizational trainer
• Understand and improve contract outcomes; attend required trainings
• Train staff on kinship care and community resources, assist with difficult cases
• Conduct home studies, background checks, and facilitate Kinship Care placements
• Educate kinship placements on reunification and boundary setting
• Complete adoption home studies, develop safety plans, and conduct monthly Kinship Groups
• Engage in community and national kinship care groups, document all client interactions and case activities

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We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

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