Kinship Navigator

Kinship Navigator Abilene, TX Job Details $44,000 - $45,000 a year 4 days ago Benefits Health insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Kinship Navigator New Horizons | Abilene, TX Since 1971, New Horizons has been committed to Keeping Kids First by providing safe, therapeutic, and loving environments where children and families can heal, grow, and succeed. We serve children and adolescents impacted by abuse, neglect, and exploitation through our Child Placing Agency, Family Programs, and two

Residential Treatment Programs:

Audrey Grace House in Abilene and The Ranch near Brownwood. We are seeking a mission-driven, clinically strong, and hands-on Treatment Director to provide clinical leadership for Audrey Grace House and the CPA, support Family Programs, and lead the development of our community counseling center. This role provides direct clinical leadership, supports staff development, and plays a key role in strengthening and expanding services for children and families. We are looking for Case Manager to join our Kinship Navigator Program. The Kinship Navigator Program provides support to caregivers who are caring for a relative child or child of a close family friend in the place of a biological parent. This position is part of our team, dedicated to helping kids and families in our community and the surrounding areas including Abilene, Coleman, Anson, Hawley and Brownwood. This position will be officed in Abilene but may require routine travel. Applicants should have a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently and as part of team and a passion for working with kids and families. All New Horizons' Staff are expected to study, practice and operate within the New Horizons' Philosophy of Keeping Kids First. Keeping Kids First requires that every decision and action be motivated by and geared toward meeting the highest need of the individual kid. New Horizons will not tolerate anyone who is not committed to keeping kids safe from abuse, neglect and exploitation. At New Horizons, we Keep Kids First while providing a safe, therapeutic and loving environment for kids and adolescents. Through our Kinship Navigator Program, we offer services to help support kinship caregivers and their families.

Qualifications:

Applicants must be 21 years of age or older; A Bachelor's degree from an accredited University in social work, psychology, or human services related field with one-year direct experience working with at-risk youth and/or families. OR direct experience as a kinship caregiver to relative children placed in the home. Must possess valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driving record. If education required is not met, may be substituted with at least eight years' experience working with at-risk youth and families.

Detailed Responsibilities:

Keeping Kids First! Keeping Kids Safe! Provide crisis intervention, curriculum-based youth and parent skills training and Counseling to children and families; Meet contractual requirements, maintain a minimum number caseload, and complete paperwork in a timely manner. Answer phone calls during shifts of a 24/7 on-call rotation; Participate in Advocacy outreach and program promotion; Maintain compliance with DFPS and other contract requirements; Must have a strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and demonstrate an ability to continue learning through supervision, continuing education, and experience and work cooperatively using a team approach; Adhere to HIPAA policies and procedures; Maintain written chronological records of family progress; Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with youth, families, other agencies, community professionals, and New Horizons' staff; Communicate regularly with supervisor and seek supervision when appropriate; Adhere to the philosophy of New Horizons; Respect the dignity and worth of clients and families; and Complete other duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits Salary Range:

$45,000.00 annually Compensation is based on experience, education, and leadership background.

Confidential Information:

This position will have access to confidential records including youth files, family files, foster care records, and foster parent information and must maintain confidentiality and follow policies related to personnel records and client records. This is including the encryption of all outgoing documents and/or emails with client identifying information. Why Join New Horizons? At New Horizons, you become part of a mission-driven organization committed to protecting and empowering children. Our leadership team values expertise, encourages innovation, and ensures every voice is heard. We believe that when we care well for our team, they can care exceptionally for kids. What You Get When You Work for New Horizons A generous benefits package currently above industry standards including Health Insurance Paid Time Off starting on your first day 401(k) retirement match after 1 year of employment Flexible Spending Account contribution after 2 years of employment Paid work anniversary trips beginning at 5 years of service The services you strengthen, the staff you develop, and the decisions you make in this role will directly impact the lives of children who need safety, stability, and healing. If you're ready to lead with purpose and keep kids first in every decision, we'd be honored to meet you.