Coach - Child Welfare (KTF/SE)

Coach

• Child Welfare (KTF/SE) Overview of Kinnect Kinnect is an Ohio-based non-profit organization dedicated to developing KinFirst strategies and delivering programs that strengthen kinship connections and inclusive support networks for families, young people, and children.

Kinnect has spent 20 years collaborating with families, public agencies, and private providers to ensure young people and families have the belonging, resources, and relationships they need to thrive. Kinnect's purpose, vision, and guiding principles center family and kin and promote a KinFirst culture in every aspect of our service delivery and advocacy efforts for families, young people, and children. Kin is family, family is kin, and whether relationships involve relatives or chosen family connections, a KinFirst culture is the way we work and live each day. Kinnect is proud to be a nationally recognized leader and pioneer in the field, which led to the development of KinnectU, a training, consulting, and replication branch of Kinnect, to provide these services to all child

• and family-serving organizations.

Our programs include the Ohio Kinship and Adoption Navigator (OhioKAN) program, Kinnect to Family (KTF), and Youth Centered Permanency Roundtables (YCPRT). Kinnect is grateful to receive support from a variety of sources, including contracts with government entities, partnerships with nonprofits, generous grants, and invaluable donations from foundations and private donors. Overview of the Kinnect to Family Program Kinnect to Family (KTF) engages in urgent, diligent family search and engagement to identify and connect youth in foster care or residential treatment with kin-both biological and chosen-who can provide support and permanency. Through innovative tools and best practices, KTF helps ensure that youth remain connected to the people who know and love them. Position Summary The Kinnect to Family Coach is responsible for providing coaching and support for Kinnect to Family Specialists and their Supervisors in counties and partner sites located in a geographical region in which Kinnect to Family operates. The support comes in the form of ensuring fidelity to the model and facilitating communication among assigned sites to develop mutual support and case consultation. The Coach also provides technical assistance to support family searches and genogram development, as well as provides training to support and sustain the program.

Essential Functions:

Coach Family Specialists and Supervisors in designated counties and partner sites on the program model and best practice strategies Provide direct support to Kinnect to Family Specialists, including: Interpreting and articulating the program model and benchmarks Communication among designated counties to develop mutual support Regular check-in with Specialists and Supervisors for technical assistance, including relative/kin searching to help move service forward, barrier busting, and finding family supports Regular consultation with each Specialist, including review of search tools, genogram, and family engagement tools Conduct regular program reviews for each Specialist Provide technical assistance on the intake and referral process for prospective Kinnect to Family families Accompany Specialist to home visits, meetings and hearings for families, as needed Utilize technology to ensure that all electronic and paper files are properly maintained Identify, develop, and facilitate trainings to Specialists, Supervisors, and stakeholders as needed Capacity to work among child welfare and court teams Demonstrated commitment to the above core philosophies Ability to work outside of a "business as usual" model, including: A "relentless" search for family vigorous search for and engagement of fathers a strength-based approach to engaging family members in a problem-solving process to identify and organize their collective resources to support relative placement Professional maturity to work independently, while also engaging with peers and supervisory staff Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships Superior advocacy skills

Skills and Competencies:

Strong written and verbal communication Organization and superior time management skills with the ability to meet multiple program deadlines and manage multiple tasks Facilitation and conflict resolution/mediation skills Able to adapt quickly and comfortable working with diverse populations in various environments Understanding of, or ability to learn, Genopro (family tree/genogram software program) Works independently exercising keen assessment skills Ability to use customer service initiatives to work with partner agencies Available to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs Possess a valid driver's license and dependable transportation

Education/Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree required; Social work or related field, preferred Experience in the child welfare field with knowledge of foster care and adoption, strongly preferred Licensed social worker preferred, but not required Past supervisory experience, preferred Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams utilizing innovative strategies to overcome obstacles

Working Conditions:

Travel required, as needed. Must have access to own reliable transportation.

Regional travel will include:

Belmont, Jackson, Fairfield, Franklin, Gallia, Lawrence, and Pike. Southeast Ohio Region, Franklin County (Columbus Area). Available to work a flexible schedule with occasional overnight travel. Kinnect as an organization has a Hybrid Work Model that combines remote and on-site work at Kinnect, as well as routine on-site or in-person work with team members, partner sites, community events, and direct service in the field. This role will utilize standard office equipment that will be provided by Kinnect.

Hiring Process:

Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and drug screening. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal conviction(s) will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Guiding Principles and Competencies:

Partnership :

Bringing our collective experience and skillsets to relationships that support our connectedness and achievement of our mission. I build constructive and effective relationships to find common ground and solve problems When I participate in teamwork, I will ensure that I am giving everyone accurate and timely information as needed to move forward on our common goals I reprioritize when needed and create focus to strengthen partnerships throughout times of change I strive to help people feel included, respected, and valuable about being a member of the team

Innovation :

Continuous and dynamic process where creative ideas are valued, discussed, and implemented to significantly disrupt routing and prevailing structures. I am willing to share my ideas, even the new and unique ones, when brainstorming, problem solving and in my daily work I explore issues through a lens of equity and inclusion by co-creating solutions with people, not for people. I am committed to centering and elevating the voice of those we serve, whether it be families, youth, caregivers, team members or our partners. I am willing to design programs and solutions for the future we want to have. When faced with challenges, I remain curious, look beyond the obvious and my own lens and perspective to push myself to look for multiple solutions even though I might not have all the answers. I am open to iterating and continuous learning I choose to view failure as an opportunity to learn

Integrity :

Having the courage to live the Kinnect values of dignity, respect and honesty. I strive to be self-aware and open to feedback that allows for development and growth I stay aligned with Kinnect's values while maintaining flexibility to incorporate new ideas and perspectives During difficult times, I strive to maintain composure, self-regulate, maintain my sense of self-awareness and stay in empathy when working through issues I take responsibility for contributing to high quality and inclusive end results, for the good of the greater team I take responsibility for my own boundaries, self-care, and rest so that I am able to engage meaningfully in my work at

Kinnect Outcome Focused:

We strive to measure our work, to pivot, iterate, and improve to accomplish desired results. I make time and space to assess process, progress, and results I work with my team to make sure we all have up-to-date information so we can make accurate and informed decisions I ask for what I need to be able to contribute and perform to the best of my ability I keep families, youth, community partners and Kinnect team members in mind when creating goals and throughout the course of the project

Communicate Effectively :

Develop and deliver communications using various methods that conveys a clear understanding of the unique needs of the different audiences we communicate with. Attentively listens to others Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions Ability to utilize multiples communication methods such as telephone, email, letters, reports, to name a few to share information and to keep people informed of progress or what is needed Critical Thinking for

Managing Complexity :

Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Ask questions that will help accurately analyze situations Acquire data from multiple and diverse sources to help solve problems and to innovate Equal Opportunity Employment Kinnect maintains a policy of nondiscrimination toward all employees and applicants for employment. All aspects of employment with us will be governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, or gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, sexual expression or identity, national origin, physical, intellectual or emotional ability, marital or partnership status, parental or family status, medical or genetic status, veteran's or disabled veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Employment Posters stating current regulatory and legal requirements are posted in Kinnect's main office and on the intranet. American's with Disabilities Act This position involves sitting in a stationary position for at least 50% of the time and the ability to ambulate without assistance to attend on-site meetings, as needed. The job requires movement in a typical office environment with file cabinets, office machinery, office furniture and typical hallway and access doorways. The position must operate typical office equipment, such as copiers, telephones, computers and peripherals. This job requires that the person must have the ability to access transportation to attend meetings and special events. The organization provides reasonable accommodations for this position. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Kinnect maintains a policy of nondiscrimination toward all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions at Kinnect are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, and will be governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, or gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, sexual expression or identity, national origin, physical, intellectual or emotional ability, marital or partnership status, parental or family status, medical or genetic status, veteran's or disabled veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Employment Posters stating current regulatory and legal requirements are posted in Kinnect's main office and on the intranet. Coach

• Child Welfare (KTF/SE) Columbus, OH 43081 Hybrid work $50,000
• $58,000 a year $50,000
• $58,000 a year Coach
• Child Welfare (KTF/SE) Overview of Kinnect Kinnect is an Ohio-based non-profit organization dedicated to developing KinFirst strategies and delivering programs that strengthen kinship connections and inclusive support networks for families, young people, and children.

Kinnect has spent 20 years collaborating with families, public agencies, and private providers to ensure young people and families have the belonging, resources, and relationships they need to thrive. Kinnect's purpose, vision, and guiding principles center family and kin and promote a KinFirst culture in every aspect of our service delivery and advocacy efforts for families, young people, and children. Kin is family, family is kin, and whether relationships involve relatives or chosen family connections, a KinFirst culture is the way we work and live each day. Kinnect is proud to be a nationally recognized leader and pioneer in the field, which led to the development of KinnectU, a training, consulting, and replication branch of Kinnect, to provide these services to all child

• and family-serving organizations.

Our programs include the Ohio Kinship and Adoption Navigator (OhioKAN) program, Kinnect to Family (KTF), and Youth Centered Permanency Roundtables (YCPRT). Kinnect is grateful to receive support from a variety of sources, including contracts with government entities, partnerships with nonprofits, generous grants, and invaluable donations from foundations and private donors. Overview of the Kinnect to Family Program Kinnect to Family (KTF) engages in urgent, diligent family search and engagement to identify and connect youth in foster care or residential treatment with kin-both biological and chosen-who can provide support and permanency. Through innovative tools and best practices, KTF helps ensure that youth remain connected to the people who know and love them. Position Summary The Kinnect to Family Coach is responsible for providing coaching and support for Kinnect to Family Specialists and their Supervisors in counties and partner sites located in a geographical region in which Kinnect to Family operates. The support comes in the form of ensuring fidelity to the model and facilitating communication among assigned sites to develop mutual support and case consultation. The Coach also provides technical assistance to support family searches and genogram development, as well as provides training to support and sustain the program.

Essential Functions:

Coach Family Specialists and Supervisors in designated counties and partner sites on the program model and best practice strategies Provide direct support to Kinnect to Family Specialists, including: Interpreting and articulating the program model and benchmarks Communication among designated counties to develop mutual support Regular check-in with Specialists and Supervisors for technical assistance, including relative/kin searching to help move service forward, barrier busting, and finding family supports Regular consultation with each Specialist, including review of search tools, genogram, and family engagement tools Conduct regular program reviews for each Specialist Provide technical assistance on the intake and referral process for prospective Kinnect to Family families Accompany Specialist to home visits, meetings and hearings for families, as needed Utilize technology to ensure that all electronic and paper files are properly maintained Identify, develop, and facilitate trainings to Specialists, Supervisors, and stakeholders as needed Capacity to work among child welfare and court teams Demonstrated commitment to the above core philosophies Ability to work outside of a "business as usual" model, including: A "relentless" search for family vigorous search for and engagement of fathers a strength-based approach to engaging family members in a problem-solving process to identify and organize their collective resources to support relative placement Professional maturity to work independently, while also engaging with peers and supervisory staff Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships Superior advocacy skills

Skills and Competencies:

Strong written and verbal communication Organization and superior time management skills with the ability to meet multiple program deadlines and manage multiple tasks Facilitation and conflict resolution/mediation skills Able to adapt quickly and comfortable working with diverse populations in various environments Understanding of, or ability to learn, Genopro (family tree/genogram software program) Works independently exercising keen assessment skills Ability to use customer service initiatives to work with partner agencies Available to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs Possess a valid driver's license and dependable transportation

Education/Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree required; Social work or related field, preferred Experience in the child welfare field with knowledge of foster care and adoption, strongly preferred Licensed social worker preferred, but not required Past supervisory experience, preferred Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams utilizing innovative strategies to overcome obstacles

Working Conditions:

Travel required, as needed. Must have access to own reliable transportation.

Regional travel will include:

Belmont, Jackson, Fairfield, Franklin, Gallia, Lawrence, and Pike. Southeast Ohio Region, Franklin County (Columbus Area). Available to work a flexible schedule with occasional overnight travel. Kinnect as an organization has a Hybrid Work Model that combines remote and on-site work at Kinnect, as well as routine on-site or in-person work with team members, partner sites, community events, and direct service in the field. This role will utilize standard office equipment that will be provided by Kinnect.

Hiring Process:

Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and drug screening. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal conviction(s) will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Guiding Principles and Competencies:

Partnership :

Bringing our collective experience and skillsets to relationships that support our connectedness and achievement of our mission. I build constructive and effective relationships to find common ground and solve problems When I participate in teamwork, I will ensure that I am giving everyone accurate and timely information as needed to move forward on our common goals I reprioritize when needed and create focus to strengthen partnerships throughout times of change I strive to help people feel included, respected, and valuable about being a member of the team

Innovation :

Continuous and dynamic process where creative ideas are valued, discussed, and implemented to significantly disrupt routing and prevailing structures. I am willing to share my ideas, even the new and unique ones, when brainstorming, problem solving and in my daily work I explore issues through a lens of equity and inclusion by co-creating solutions with people, not for people. I am committed to centering and elevating the voice of those we serve, whether it be families, youth, caregivers, team members or our partners. I am willing to design programs and solutions for the future we want to have. When faced with challenges, I remain curious, look beyond the obvious and my own lens and perspective to push myself to look for multiple solutions even though I might not have all the answers. I am open to iterating and continuous learning I choose to view failure as an opportunity to learn

Integrity :

Having the courage to live the Kinnect values of dignity, respect and honesty. I strive to be self-aware and open to feedback that allows for development and growth I stay aligned with Kinnect's values while maintaining flexibility to incorporate new ideas and perspectives During difficult times, I strive to maintain composure, self-regulate, maintain my sense of self-awareness and stay in empathy when working through issues I take responsibility for contributing to high quality and inclusive end results, for the good of the greater team I take responsibility for my own boundaries, self-care, and rest so that I am able to engage meaningfully in my work at

Kinnect Outcome Focused:

We strive to measure our work, to pivot, iterate, and improve to accomplish desired results. I make time and space to assess process, progress, and results I work with my team to make sure we all have up-to-date information so we can make accurate and informed decisions I ask for what I need to be able to contribute and perform to the best of my ability I keep families, youth, community partners and Kinnect team members in mind when creating goals and throughout the course of the project

Communicate Effectively :

Develop and deliver communications using various methods that conveys a clear understanding of the unique needs of the different audiences we communicate with. Attentively listens to others Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions Ability to utilize multiples communication methods such as telephone, email, letters, reports, to name a few to share information and to keep people informed of progress or what is needed Critical Thinking for

Managing Complexity :

Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Ask questions that will help accurately analyze situations Acquire data from multiple and diverse sources to help solve problems and to innovate Equal Opportunity Employment Kinnect maintains a policy of nondiscrimination toward all employees and applicants for employment. All aspects of employment with us will be governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, or gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, sexual expression or identity, national origin, physical, intellectual or emotional ability, marital or partnership status, parental or family status, medical or genetic status, veteran's or disabled veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Employment Posters stating current regulatory and legal requirements are posted in Kinnect's main office and on the intranet. American's with Disabilities Act This position involves sitting in a stationary position for at least 50% of the time and the ability to ambulate without assistance to attend on-site meetings, as needed. The job requires movement in a typical office environment with file cabinets, office machinery, office furniture and typical hallway and access doorways. The position must operate typical office equipment, such as copiers, telephones, computers and peripherals. This job requires that the person must have the ability to access transportation to attend meetings and special events. The organization provides reasonable accommodations for this position. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Kinnect maintains a policy of nondiscrimination toward all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions at Kinnect are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, and will be governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, or gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, sexual expression or identity, national origin, physical, intellectual or emotional ability, marital or partnership status, parental or family status, medical or genetic status, veteran's or disabled veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Employment Posters stating current regulatory and legal requirements are posted in Kinnect's main office and on the intranet.