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Now Hiring Attorneys, Join our Legal Team

We are now hiring! Join our Legal Team: Child Support Attorney I-V *Attorneys Receive $15,000 Hiring Bonus! *Entry-level positions gain legal/courtroom experience Be a part of helping families create a better life for children. Visit Kern County.com/Careers to apply. » View Video Transcript

Our 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health and 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…

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…

Kern County Child Support Services | Our Values | 2025

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…

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…

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…

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

Kern County Child Support Services is excited to announce we are hosting our 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair at the Kern County Museum on Thursday, August 7th, 2025. Every year, our department and partners fundraise to help families and children go back to school with…

Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events in Ridgecrest

Our 16th annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events are coming to Ridgecrest on July 31, 2025! Kids in grades Kindergarten – 12th grade can receive a free backpack, school supplies, and resources! Leroy Jackson ParkRidgecrest, CaliforniaThursday July 31, 2025, 9am-11am *Child must be present with adult,* Limit of…

Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events at Kern County Libraries

Our 16th annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events are coming to Kern County Libraries this July 2025! Kids in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade can receive a free backpack, school supplies, and resources! In partnership with the Kern County Library, join us at their library branches: 📚Wilson Library…

Payment Kiosks Available in Bakersfield, Delano and Ridgecrest

Child Support Payment Kiosks are Available at all of our Branch Offices. To pay your Child Support in Cash or Check, use our Payment Kiosk at our offices: Bakersfield: 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield, 93308 Delano: 455 Lexington St. Delano, CA 93215 Ridgecrest: 400 N. China Lake Blvd. Ridgecrest, CA…