Lead Home Visiting Specialist

KVC Missouri Community Based Services - Home Visiting

Pay : $46,500 annually

Location : Kirksville, MO & surrounding communities

Job Summary

The Lead Home Visiting Specialist provides support services to families that are affiliated using various social work and educational methods, including individual, and / or group family support, and crisis intervention. This position is responsible for developing trusting, nurturing and supportive relationships with families over a long-term intervention. Provide strength-based, child focused, family centered service based on the Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework. This position will also train, support, and supervise Visitation Specialists when designated by program supervisor.

Education : Bachelor's degree in human services or family development area, or Associate Degree in Child Development with 60 credit hours

Licensure / Certification : Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Experience & Qualifications :

• Minimum of 2 years' experience working with children and families in a social services role
• Strong customer service focus, excellent time management, oral and written communication skills
• Independent judgment to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload with attention to detail
• Proficient in Word and email applications
• Ability to work productively and respectfully with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Capable of functioning independently, practicing good judgment and discretion in decision making and promote positive parenting and child development while reducing the risk of child maltreatment
• Demonstrated willingness to work a non-structured flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends

Preferred Experience / Skills :

Experience working with children and families in a trauma informed environment

Benefits :

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 82 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

If you are a compassionate and caring individual who is looking for a rewarding career in the mental health / social services field, then we encourage you to apply.

To learn more about this position or to apply, please visit our website at www.kvc.org / jobs.

Salary : $46,500