Foster Care Visitation Monitor (Part-time) - #255549

Job Details

Description

Do you have a passion to help kids and families, and help change lives for the better? If yes, consider joining the great team of people at Koinonia Family Services in our Temecula office as a part-time Foster Care Visitation Monitor.

Opportunity Highlights

• A job with a purpose–help children and families find hope and healing
• Hourly pay rate: $16.50 to $19.00 per hour, depending upon overall qualifications
• Benefits include paid time off (PTO) and participation in our 401k plan
• Mileage reimbursement is included for business miles driven.
  
  

This is a part-time role offering 20–25 hours per week, with hours scheduled as needed between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise visits between foster children and their birth families
• Provide transportation for foster children to appointments
• Ensure the visitation area is prepared for visits
• Document each visit and report any noteworthy concerns
• Communicate with social workers about the progress of visits, any concerns, or changes in the child or family's situation
• Perform a variety of office-based administrative duties in between those other assignments
• Provide additional in-home behavioral support to youth and families in Koinonia's intensive services foster care (ISFC) program
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Dependable and reliable
• Good driving record with a reliable personal vehicle
• Good references and ability to pass a criminal record background check
• Experience working with children and families preferred
• Excellent observational skills and ability to not get distracted during visits
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to establish and maintain effective personal boundaries with children and families
• A high degree of integrity and confidentiality
• A vehicle that safely accommodates a child car seat.
  
  

Join Our Team: Experience a Fulfilling Work Environment at Koinonia Family Services!

At Koinonia, we pride ourselves on creating an exceptional organizational culture that focuses on the quality of relationships and values diversity. In fact, in a recent employee satisfaction survey, an overwhelming 95% of employees reported working well with their coworkers, and an impressive 96% said they are satisfied with their supervisor. We strongly believe in treating our employees with dignity and respect, and 94% of our staff agree they are treated accordingly. As a trauma-informed agency, we prioritize a person-centered treatment philosophy in all aspects of our work. Koinonia is more than just a great place to work; it offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact. Join our dedicated team and contribute to the well-being of children and families in need. Together, we can bring hope and healing to those who need it most.

Important Note

Qualified candidates must complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI to ensure eligibility for employment, as well as a pre-employment physical and TB test.

This position requires a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation as driving is an essential job function. Foster Care Visitation Monitors are responsible for tasks such as visiting client homes, transporting youth, engaging with community partners, often in locations not easily accessible by alternative transportation methods. The nature of these responsibilities necessitates the ability to drive to ensure timely, reliable, confidential and effective support for the youth and families we serve. Koinonia Family Services is an equal-opportunity employer.