Nexus-Kindred is hiring a Kinship Navigator for the St. Cloud, MN and surrounding area!

At Nexus-Kindred, we provide a continuum of services, from foster care to community-based services, to give children and families the tools they need to build successful relationships outside of treatment.  We are currently hiring for a new Kinship Navigator program to provide additional support & services to relatives caring for youth in the St. Cloud and surrounding area. When a relative cares for a child or sibling group removed from their homes, the advantages are tremendous for the children - but the challenges these relatives face can often be large.  With this new program, we are excited to connect kinship families to the available resources they need!

Pay/Location:

Pay range of $21-$24 per hour depending on qualifications! Based out of our Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN location with travel to surrounding communities

Nexus Comprehensive Benefits package including:

Generous Paid Time Off – 4 weeks 8 Paid Holidays Health Insurance  Vision and Dental 401K NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit Tuition assistance and training opportunities

Primary responsibilities:

Client Engagement

Manages phone calls, emails, walk-ins, appointments, and schedules follow-ups during identified work hours Maintains strong understanding of all resources available to kinship families and develops an understanding of the difference between types of kinship families (formal, informal, diversion) Effectively assesses families using program assessment tools Provides detailed documentation with a short turn around to individuals engaged in program Approaches families from a trauma-informed framework; has a compassionate and non-judgmental approach in communication with adults and children of all backgrounds and experiences Uses creative problem solving with exceptional research skills (online, phone, & in the field) Aids families in accessing resources available to them that will support the healthy functioning of the family unit

Service Delivery

Maintains and completes timely paperwork and compiles documentation required by the organization and for the governing/accrediting agencies; maintain current files on all individuals enrolled in services Maintains database of community resources and contacts for outside providers and organizations; collects data on services, linkages and additional outcomes as identified Represents the organization positively within the community Ensures confidentiality of all treatment and services information pertaining to all individuals and their families Utilizes organizational skills and tools to proactively manage multiple client needs/demands Produces informal and formal reports as requested by outside agencies, parents, referral agencies, courts, etc.

Leadership & Oversight

Participates in staff and supervision meetings and required in-service meetings Provides timely and accurate communication to supervisory and management staff and team members regarding significant events, to ensure continuity of care and safety of clients Exhibits clear, professional, respectful, and effective communication when interfacing with clients, coworkers, families, and external contacts and willingly share knowledge, information, and resources appropriately Demonstrates concern and empathy towards others as needed, while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Exhibit a high degree of ethical conduct, integrity

Policy, Procedure, Training & Compliance

Demonstrate professionalism and work accountability; makes self-available and exhibits a spirit of cooperation among team members Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of all Nexus policies and procedures and the ability to reference and use them Addresses emergency or crisis situations with sound judgment and takes appropriate actions; remains calm and effectively manages stressful workload conditions and difficult, emotionally charged, or crisis situations

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent 1+ years of personal “lived” kinship or foster family experience professional kinship or family systems-related experience Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Nexus Home Office driving requirements

Nice to Have:

Personal lived kinship experience strongly preferred

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: 

At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming, and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression, and faith.

Travel:

Use of personal vehicle for regular local business travel will be required to support the clients and agency needs.

Expected Hours of Work:

Typically, Monday-Friday with the expectation to work specific schedule & hours as discussed with management

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:

Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches

Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern

Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly

Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate

Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion:

At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith. 

Apply today!