Kinship Family Support Specialist

The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York (AFFCNY) is seeking Kinship Family Support Specialists to provide case management and support to kinship families through the Kinship Caregiver Support Program. We are currently hiring for both full-time and part-time positions.

This comprehensive program is designed to respond to the unique needs of relatives raising children and provides family-centered services, including case management, advocacy, caregiver education, support groups, family engagement activities, and referrals to therapeutic services.

Kinship Family Support Specialists work directly with kinship caregivers and youth to provide guidance, connect families with resources, and help caregivers build the skills and support networks needed to strengthen family stability and well-being.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Part-time (20 hours per week)

Both positions may require occasional evening and weekend hours to support families and program activities.

The Kinship Family Support Specialist reports to the Program Director and Program Coordinator.

https://affcny.org/jobs/

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Opportunities for professional development and training through the organization
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Additional benefits may be available depending on full-time or part-time status

No specific language requirements. However, bilingual or multilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is especially welcomed.