KVC Kentucky

What Does KVC do?

KVC provides therapeutic interventions for children with severe, behavioral health treatment needs.  The agency contracts with the state to provide services via the IMPACT Plus program or the Diversion program grant.  The wrap-around approach is utilized in providing services in these programs.  These evidence-based interventions consistently provide strong, positive outcomes.  In addition to these core services, the agency also provides foster care services.

How do I qualify to receive KVC's services?

The IMPACT Plus Program has certain criteria based on the Medicaid requirements:

• A valid, approved Medical Card,
• The client (child) must have a diagnosed, on-going mental health condition for at least six (6) months, 
• The child must be at risk for being removed from the home or removed from the home and either placed in a residential care facility or inpatient psychiatric hospital or foster home,
• Referrals are made by DCBS, DJJ, teachers, therapists or other behavior health professionals.

KVC works closely with the Departments of Community Based Services in Fayette, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Jessamine, Lincoln, Madison and Scott County.  The DCBS workers in these counties make referrals to KVC for children and families with the greatest need.

I understand KVC just started providing foster care services.  How can I become a foster parent?
Guidelines for becoming a foster parent vary from state to state, however, to meet general requirements you must:  

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be either single or married
• Be able to meet basic income guidelines
• Be able to provide adequate bedroom space and a separate bed for each foster child
• Have reliable transportation
• Be willing to complete 30 hours of free training in PS-MAPP (Partnering for Safety and Permanency – Model Approach for Partnerships in Parenting)
• Agree to use non-physical discipline for children
• Be willing for everyone in your household to undergo complete background checks. Licenses will be fingerprinted as part of the federal Adam Walsh Act.

Do I have to be perfect to qualify as a foster parent?

No one is perfect.  We look for loving, caring adults who want to make a positive impact in a child’s life.  You can be single or married; a home owner or an apartment dweller.

How many children need foster parents?

The need for foster parents never ends.  Each day, children who have been abused or neglected come to KVC.  We have staff on call 24/7 to find a child a safe, loving foster home.

I am interested in adopting.  Are there babies available?

Although there are instances when infants become available for adoption through KVC, the greatest need for adoptive homes is for older children and sibling groups.  Most children who become available for adoption are adopted by their foster parents.  Adoption is an option after exhaustive efforts have been made to return the children to their parents.

I am really interested in working for KVC to help make a difference for families and children in need.  How can I apply?

We are always looking for fresh talent to join our team and help raise the bar in providing care to children and families in need.  Visit our employment page for a current list of opportunities and instructions about how to apply.