Family Support Worker

Join our team as a Adoption Family Support Worker!

KVC Kansas | Full-Time | Olathe, Kansas

The Foster Parent The Family Support Worker provides support and assistance to Case Managers on their work to facilitate timely permanency for children and families in need of care.

Education and experience requirements

• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred.

Licensure & Certifications

• Must have specific trainer certifications (e.g., MAPP Foundations & DT) as required by the state
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.
• All KVC Kansas employees must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Skills

• A minimum of two years of experience in children and family services
• Requires intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email

What you will do

• Direct Family Support & Supervision: Provide in-home support to children and families; supervise parent/child and sibling visitations while actively assessing and documenting progress in family functioning.
• Skill Building & Mentorship: Serve as a positive role model; teach parents essential daily living skills, including budgeting, housekeeping, and evidence-based parenting techniques.
• Resource Coordination: Assist clients in identifying and accessing vital community resources such as housing, utilities, mental health services, and general healthcare.
• Transportation: Provide safe transportation and visitation support for clients as needed; utilization of agency fleet vehicles is available for these duties.
• Case Management & Advocacy: Participate in case management meetings and planning conferences; attend court hearings as required, presenting professionally and communicating effectively on behalf of the agency and the families served.
• Compliance & Documentation: Complete and submit accurate case activity logs within the same month of service to satisfy DCF contract requirements; assist in file preparation and reconciliation for DCF audits.
• Data Integrity: Monitor, update, and maintain the CARE database to ensure all case information is current; review daily, weekly, and monthly reports for accuracy and follow up on missing or incorrect data.
• Administrative Oversight: Manage the review, correction, and processing of case plans, ensuring timely delivery to DCF and the court system as required.
• Professional Development: Attend all mandatory trainings and perform various duties as assigned to ensure a smooth workflow and the achievement of contract outcomes.

Why Choose KVC?

🌟 Top 1% of Employers Nationwide

KVC boasts an impressive 86 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!