Kinship and Permanency Coach

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Kinship and Permanency Coach for a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening family connections and supporting youth in the foster care system. This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity based in Central and Southeast Ohio with regional travel.


Our partner is a recognized leader in innovative, relationship-centered programming designed to help youth build lasting, supportive connections with family and kin. Through a highly collaborative, community-based approach, the organization partners with public agencies and local stakeholders to transform how permanency planning is approached, centering youth voice, family engagement, and long-term stability.


This is a unique opportunity to step into a highly impactful coaching role where you will directly support frontline staff, influence program quality across multiple counties, and play a key role in strengthening outcomes for children and families. If you are passionate about coaching, systems change, and meaningful, hands-on work in the field, this role offers the chance to make a measurable difference.


POSITION OVERVIEW:


The Kinship and Permanency Coach provides coaching, guidance, and technical support to Family Specialists and Supervisors across assigned counties. This role is focused on ensuring fidelity to a proven family engagement model while strengthening team effectiveness, collaboration, and problem-solving in complex cases. The Coach also serves as a connector across regions, supporting communication, training, and continuous improvement efforts that drive long-term permanency outcomes.


PERKS:

• Salary aligned with experience, with opportunity for growth
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement
• Paid time off and holidays to support work-life balance
• Hybrid work environment with a mix of remote flexibility and field-based engagement
• Opportunity to directly influence outcomes for youth and families across multiple communities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coach Family Specialists and Supervisors on program model implementation, permanency strategies, and best practices
• Provide hands-on technical assistance including family search, kinship identification, and genogram development
• Facilitate regular case consultations, helping teams navigate barriers and identify sustainable family supports
• Strengthen collaboration across counties by fostering communication, shared learning, and consistency in practice
• Deliver and develop trainings, presentations, and tools to support staff, partners, and stakeholders
• Participate in fieldwork as needed, including home visits, meetings, and court-related activities to support team effectiveness

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or a related field required
• Experience in child welfare, foster care, adoption, or related social services environments
• Background in coaching, supervision, or supporting frontline staff strongly preferred
• Strong facilitation, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and build effective relationships across diverse stakeholders

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:


This opportunity offers a salary aligned with experience along with a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement options, and paid time off.


HOW TO APPLY:


For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!


ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:


Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.


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