Therapeutic Foster Family Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

• We're Hiring : Therapeutic Foster Family Coordinator (Full-Time)

Location : Home office in Topeka, Olathe or Lawrence. Must be willing to travel to Olathe, Kansas City, KS, Hiawatha and Topeka locations.

Are you passionate about supporting children and families? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-filled environment where every day offers a new opportunity to create real change?

Join our team as a Therapeutic Foster Family Coordinator —a vital role that helps ensure safe, stable, trauma-informed placements for youth with emotional, behavioral, or developmental needs.

You’ll serve as a coach, advocate, and case manager for therapeutic foster families—ensuring they have the tools, guidance, and support needed to succeed. You'll also collaborate closely with internal teams and community partners to ensure safe, stable and trauma-informed placements that promote placement stability for youth.

What You'll Do

Support and guide therapeutic foster families through coaching, crisis response, and care coordination

Ensure foster homes meet licensing standards and maintain compliance

Conduct regular home visits and maintain detailed documentation

Collaborate with case managers, schools, medical providers, and DCF

Lead training, support groups, and recruitment efforts

Be part of a 24 / 7 crisis intervention rotation (on-call)

Education : Bachelor’s degree in a licensable field (Master’s preferred)

Licensure : Kansas BSRB licensure (exceptions may apply for candidates with experience and / or related degrees)

Experience : 2+ years in child welfare, mental health, or therapeutic foster care

Bonus Skills :

Knowledge of trauma-informed care

Strong organizational & crisis intervention skills

Excellent communication & cultural competency

Familiarity with electronic documentation systems

Flexible schedule and a willingness to meet families after hours

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Extensive travel throughout the region using personal vehicle. Mileage reimbursement available.

Ability to provide on-call support

Meaningful, mission-driven work

Supportive, team-focused culture rooted in authenticity, compassion, and innovation

Ongoing training and professional development

Mileage reimbursement and flexible scheduling

Why Choose KVC?

About KVC :

We are a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long-standing legacy of compassionately serving children and families. At KVC, we believe in work-life balance and are proud of the supportive work environment we offer. Our 82 Work Wellbeing Score on Indeed places us in the top 1% of employers nationally. Join us and become part of a team where you can truly make a difference in the lives of children and families.

KVC is an Equal Opportunity Employer :

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Diversity and inclusion are important to us, and we are committed to building a diverse and supportive workplace for all.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today and drive positive change with KVC Health Systems! ????