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Holiday Cottage

Our department helped support Kern County Department of Human Resources annual Holiday Cottage that ensures foster youth receive their wish gift for Christmas. Our team members fulfilled 31 wishes for Kern County’s foster kids! To learn more about how to fulfil a wish for children in foster care this holiday, visit…

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Holiday Office Hours

In observance of the Holiday season, our offices will be closed Wednesday, December 24, 2025, through Thursday, January 1, 2026. Payment Kiosks will be available at our Bakersfield office lobby on the following dates from 8:00am to 5:00pm: Friday, December 26, 2025 Monday, December 29, 2025 Tuesday, December 30, 2025…

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2025 Community Partner Award Presented to KCSO

Our director Toni Kendrick presented Kern County Sherriff’s Office with our 2025 Community Partner Award. We are proud to recognize a partner whose work embodies our values through their commitment to our community. Our partnership has positively impacted families facing challenges. Together, we have created a multifaceted approach to support…

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Blue Zones Project Approved Worksite

Kern County Child Support Services is the latest county department to become a Blue Zones Project Approved Worksite! Over the past several months, our department has launched several initiatives to enhance employee well-being.Designated two Blue Zones Project parking spaces. Signage has been installed to parking spaces located farthest from the…

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Join Our Legal Team

We are now hiring! Join our Legal Team: Child Support Attorney I-V Child Support Attorney V *Attorneys Receive $15,000 Hiring Bonus! *Entry-level positions gain legal/courtroom experience *Supervising Attorney receives additional 5% Pay Join us at the Kern County Career Expo on Saturday, September 27 from 9am-1pm at County Administrative Office,…

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16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair

One month ago, we hosted our 16th annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair at the Kern County Museum, helping thousands of children in Kern County receive essentials for back to school. Your support and participation at our event are greatly appreciated. Thank you for being a part…

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Our Director Toni Kendrick Receives Donation from SunTerra

Our director Toni Kendrick received a donation on behalf of our department from Lissette Navarro at SunTerra/Project Food Box that is going toward our efforts to ensure children receive backpacks and school supplies at our annual Ready-Set Back to School events. Thank you for supporting our efforts ro help the…

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Our Core Values

At Kern County Child Support Services, our core purpose is to help families create a better life for children. Every action we take is guided by our mission and values and is reflected in how we work with families, our team members, and our partners. Our department is focused on…

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Enjoy Your New Backpack & Have A Great School Year!

Thank you for joining us at our 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair! In celebration of Child Support Awareness Month, our department fundraises to host our annual event, providing families & children free back to school giveaways & resources, plus family-fun activities! Enjoy your new backpack…

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Child Support Awareness Month August 2025

Our director Toni Kendrick received an official Proclamation from the Board of Supervisors recognizing August 2025 as Child Support Awareness Month in Kern County. Our department was acknowledged for taking meaningful steps to remove barriers, improve access and deliver services in a way that is more efficient, equitable and responsive…

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