MFC KINSHIP SPECIALIST - New Orleans

Job Details

About the role

The Kinship Specialist will conduct kinship caregiver orientations and a 12-hour training curriculum for families in the certification process. They will also complete home inspections, home studies/psychosocial evaluations, and gather all necessary documentation for certification of kinship homes.

Responsibilities

• Supports kinship families for 90 days post-certification through access to information and resources, phone calls, and in-person visits as needed.
• Conducts home inspections and completes home study/psychosocial evaluations.
• Collects all required documentation for kinship home certification.
• Provides ongoing support to kinship families.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be computer proficient.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the state for recruiting functions.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with at least two years of related experience.
• A fundamental love for others and a desire to make a difference in people's lives.
• An empathetic approach and a willingness to practice the Golden Rule.
• A strong commitment to continuous learning and trying new methods.
• A strong sense of personal authority, maturity, and integrity.
• Leadership skills to promote unity, morale, and cooperative relationships within the agency.
• An appreciation for diversity and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to significant job responsibilities.

Characteristics

• A strong sense of personal authority, maturity, and integrity.
• Effective verbal and social skills for interacting with both youth and staff.
• A commitment to confidentiality and protecting sensitive information.
• A strong work ethic and dedication to fulfilling job responsibilities.
• Imaginative and creative problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to adapt to various roles and contribute to the agency's overall mission.

Pay

Salary is as provided for in the agency's current Annual Budget.

Schedule

Time on Duty will be arranged to best accomplish the work to be done.

Benefits

Benefits are as stated in Personnel Policies and Procedures and determined by the Board of Directors.