Assessment Worker

Assessment Worker

Join our team as an Assessment Worker at KVC Kansas. This is a full-time position in Topeka, KS.

The Assessment Worker will partner with the case management team in the development of specialized assessments emphasizing strengths, resources and capacities as well as encouraging families to take the lead in developing their case plan.

Hybrid work schedule, 3 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 sciences, public health, health sciences, trauma studies, sociology/social services, substance abuse/addictions, early childhood, education, or psychology from an accredited college/university
• Requires intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email
• Two years of experience with children and families required

Licensure &

Certifications:

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required.
• All KVC Kansas employees must be at least 21 years of age.

What you will do:

• System Development: Contribute to a child welfare system that is safe, stable, and family-centered while utilizing evidence-based practices to support Kansas contract services.
• Assessment Partnership: Collaborate with the case management team to complete Family-Based Assessments and all required evidence-based diagnostic tools.
• Initial Team Coordination:
  Partner with case management to facilitate Initial Team Meetings within 48 hours of a referral.
• Placement Support:
  Assist in facilitating Icebreaker meetings to build positive connections between caregivers and placement resources.
• Training & Consultation: Provide expert guidance and training to the case management team on the proper completion and scoring of evidence-based assessments.
• Framework Implementation:
  Lead the integration of the Safe & Connected™ Framework during initial case planning.
• Strategic Coaching: Deliver ongoing consultation and training to staff to ensure the effective facilitation of the Safe & Connected™ Framework.

Why Choose KVC?

• Top 1% of Employers Nationwide KVC boasts an impressive 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, reflecting a culture where employees feel valued and supported.
• Outstanding Benefits Enjoy company-paid clinical supervision, CEU-eligible in-house training, generous PTO, parental leave, health benefits, 403(b) with company match, and tuition reimbursement up to $21,000.
• Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture We invest in you through talent development and wellness benefits. Your wellbeing matters.
• Meaningful Impact Join a team dedicated to strengthening families and transforming child welfare systems.

KVC Kansas is a private, nonprofit organization that serves over 13,000 children and adults each year. Our team of professionals provides family strengthening and preventative services, parent training, foster care case management, family reunification services, foster family recruitment and support, adoption, aftercare, outpatient therapy and more.

At KVC, you'll belong to a close-knit team and feel the deep sense of meaning that comes from providing life-changing help to children and families. Join a values-driven team that is passionate about transforming people's experience of child welfare and mental health services- apply today!