Missing Youth Specialist

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Full Time Olathe, KS, US

6 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $47,000.00 To $49,000.00 Annually

We are looking for a Missing Youth Specialists to join our team and provide support and oversight to permanency staff in their effort to locate missing youth. Join us and help make a difference!

Location: Olathe, KS

What we are looking for:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required;
  Master’s Degree Preferred from an accredited college or university with a degree in social work, counseling, family therapy, child and family development, criminal justice, sociology, forensics, education or other related field
• Experience: 2 years experience with children and family services
• Current valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance required
• Licensure: License with the Kansas BSRB preferred
• Flexibility in working hours,

What you will do:

• Conduct online and in-person searches to locate missing youth.
• Serve as liaison with law enforcement and community agencies.
• Track and analyze data to identify trends and provide weekly updates to DCF.
• Utilize various methods (door knocking, social media, etc.) to find missing youth.
• Assist in training staff and researching new search methods.
• Complete assessments on returning youth and provide Family Finding investigative efforts.
• Advocate for children and families and represent the agency in professional/community groups.
• Ensure paperwork is completed timely and attend all required meetings.
• Develop resources and improve contract outcomes.

Why KVC?

Top 1% of Employers Nationwide: KVC has a 82
Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, reflecting our outstanding work environment!
Exceptional Benefits:including company-paid clinical supervision, CEU-eligible in-house training, paid time off, parental leave, health benefits, 403b with company match, tuition reimbursement up to $21,000, and much more.
A Supportive Work Culture: We believe in work-life balance, providing access to talent development programs, wellness benefits, and DEI+B initiatives.
Make an Impact: You’ll be joining a team that is changing lives, helping families navigate the challenges of substance use disorder recovery.