Kinship Trainer- Floater

Kinship Trainer
- Floater

Full Time Professional – Topeka, KS, US

Salary Range: $47,000.00 To $50,000.00 Annually

Join our team as a Kinship Trainer
- Floater

The Kinship Trainer
- Floater is responsible for completing home studies on relatives that have been identified as a placement option for youth in foster care. They assess the caregiver’s ability to provide for the youth’s physical, mental, educational and social needs as well as visit the relative placement monthly to provide ongoing support. They also assist with the onboarding and training of new kinship team members.

Hybrid work schedule, varies based on in person workload. 3-5 days in office required.

Education and experience requirements:

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, community counseling, human development, child and family development, applied family and youth services, public health, health sciences, trauma studies, sociology/social services, substance abuse/addictions, early childhood, education, or psychology from an accredited college/university.

Previous experience working with children and family services is preferred.

Licensure &

Certifications:

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Build a child welfare system that is safe, family-centered, and community-connected, using evidence-based practices to support Kansas contract services.
• Provide staff training on kinship care, educate the community, assist with difficult cases, attend court hearings and case plans, conduct home studies, facilitate kinship placements, and offer ongoing support.
• Maintain relationships with DCF, courts, and community partners, document all client interactions, and attend required training sessions.

• Company‑paid clinical supervision and CEU‑eligible in‑house training.
• Generous PTO and parental leave.
• Health benefits.
• 403(b) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000.