STEPS Kinship Navigator (Jefferson County)

Job Title
STEPS Kinship Navigator (Jefferson County)


Requisition Number
TE08272


Department Name
8T110:College of Social Work


Work Location
Louisville, KY


Salary Range
$20 - $30/hr


Type of Position
Temporary


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BA or educational equivalency



Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A



Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods of time; typing/bending/sitting/twisting; lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 20lbs



Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm; some occasional weekends/evenings



Job Summary

The College of Social Work (CoSW) at the University of Kentucky (UK) invites applicants for several openings as STEPS Kinship Navigator . This position will work in concert with Kentucky Kinship Resource Center (KKRC) program staff, Centers & Labs program administrators, Department of Community Based Services (DCBS), and the Kinship Navigator Supervisor to provide consultation and guidance to caregivers caring for children in a kinship (relative or fictive kin) placement. This position will be housed in a DCBS Regional Office.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion and commitment to kinship caregiving in Kentucky and a desire to support this population. Some travel to caregiver homes within the region may be required.

Essential Core Functions

• Objectively advise kinship caregivers of options regarding care of their relative/fictive kin child through the Kentucky Kinship Service Array, including the requirements, responsibilities, and expectations of each option.
• Provide connection to resources and programs appropriate to assist in supporting the kinship family. Complete any referrals needed to assistance programs.
• Review and complete all kinship-related forms with caregivers.
• Remain a point of contact for kinship caregivers who have questions or need future assistance.
• Work cooperatively with Department of Community Based Staff to ensure timely services are provided to kinship families.
• Connect kinship families with the Kentucky Kinship Resource Center programming for continued support, resource connection, and training.

Administrative Duties

• Complete all necessary state and university required paperwork based on caregivers decision.
• Complete data entry into online portals.
• Attend related trainings and meetings as required.
• Complete any required reporting or program evaluation as needed or indicated.

*Please note: We are only accepting applications for Jefferson County at this time.

A map of the service regions is available for review here: https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dcbs/dsr/Documents/sraregionalmap.pdf



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Public relations; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Working in partnership with various and diverse groups; Excellent interpersonal skills with various and diverse groups; Critical Thinking; Planning and Coordination; Attention to Detail



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
09/30/2024


University Community of Inclusion

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