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Family Consultant
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Franklin, Johnson County, Indiana, 46131, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Kids Peace Mesabi Academies
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Full Time
FCCP IN-FRANKLIN-69407
701 West Madison Street
Technical/Professional
Primarily M-F with additional hours & weekends as needed
Family Consultant
About Us
Kids Peace is a private charity dedicated to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have offered psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and foster care programs. Our team works in an environment defined by compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering hope and healing.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Consultant to support children and families involved in foster care. This role focuses on assessing family needs, ensuring child safety, coordinating services, and facilitating meaningful engagement between youth, families, and foster families. The ideal candidate is mission-driven, organized, and committed to making a positive impact.
What We Offer
* Competitive Compensation Starting rate $18.57 with Generous PTO
* Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
* Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance
* Professional Growth Opportunities - Ongoing training, development programs, and clear pathways for career advancement
* Supportive Culture - A team environment built on collaboration, respect, and compassion
Key Responsibilities
* Provide effective case management services to youth in foster care, including scheduling counseling sessions, ensuring completion of required medical and dental exams, tracking services, and completing timely and thorough documentation; ensure compliance with confidentiality standards, parental consent, and release of information requirements
* Conduct weekly casework contacts with a minimum of twice monthly visits conducted in the foster home setting; focusing on treatment goals and engaging youth and families by building effective, supportive relationships; ensure children are maintained in safe, secure environments.
* Assessment of family strengths and needs; identify problem areas and utilize appropriate treatment modalities and resources to support growth and positive change
* Participate in the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of comprehensive treatment and discharge plans
* Facilitate engagement and communication among youth, families, and foster families through phone calls, faceâ€'toâ€'face contacts, family conferences, treatment reviews, and other appropriate methods
* Assist with permanency planning, including reunification efforts between youth and their families
* Collaborate with other agencies and outside service providers to ensure educational, medical, and mental health needs are fully addressed
* Flexible schedule, primarily 9-5 with some evenings and weekends required
Qualifications
* Bachelor's required
* Master's degree preferred
* 2 years experience working with Child and Family Services
* Valid driver's license
* First Aid/CPR certification required
* Must be at least 21 years of age
* Organizational skills, ability and desire to work as part of a collaborative team, excellent communication skills, attention to detail.
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