Kinship Child And Family Services Specialist/trainee-grand Island

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Grand Island, NE, US
Training: $21.836; post-training: $25.607; benefit...
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Conduct initial assessments and home studies
Maintain accurate documentation per guidelines
Valid driver's license required
The State of Nebraska is seeking a Kinship Child and Family Services Specialist/Trainee in Grand Island, NE, to support relative/kinship foster care providers through assessments, case management, and family support. The role involves conducting home studies, providing resources, and maintaining documentation while requiring flexible scheduling, including on-call duties

Job Summary

  • The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking dedicated individuals to assess and support kinship foster care providers using an evidence-based model.
  • This role involves conducting monthly in-person visits, coordinating resources, and participating in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure family stability.
  • Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including pay, paid time off, retirement options, and professional development opportunities.

Matching Summary

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The State of Nebraska is seeking a Kinship Child and Family Services Specialist/Trainee in Grand Island, NE, to support relative/kinship foster care providers through assessments, case management, and family support. The role involves conducting home studies, providing resources, and maintaining documentation while requiring flexible scheduling, including on-call duties.

Salary

Training: $21.836; Post-training: $25.607; Benefits: Comprehensive package including PTO and retirement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct initial assessments and home studies
  • Maintain accurate documentation per guidelines
  • Valid driver's license required

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in child and family services
  • Familiarity with NFOCUS software
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
  • Enrolled in final semester of Bachelor's degree accepted
  • Valid Driver's license required

Work Rights

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