Chicago,
IL 60608
Duties
and Responsibilities:
·
Provision of direct services to children and families to
facilitate timely permanency outcomes for children with their family of origin,
extended family, or foster/adoptive family according to the policies and
practices of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Lutheran
Social Services of Illinois, and the Council on Accreditation.
·
Monitoring of services to clients by external providers
(includes medical, mental health, educational, mentoring, etc. services),
including regular communication with providers and collection of reports to
document progress and identified problems with service provision.
·
Attending/participating in all scheduled court hearings well
prepared to testify in an effective manner that communicates the essential
facts and features of the cases.
·
In-person contact with children, biological parents,
foster/relative care providers as required.
·
Monitoring parent-child interactions as required.
·
Completion/submission, in a timely manner, of all required
contact notes, service plans, court reports, and other documentation required
by DCFS and LSSI.
·
Performing all tasks required by the written client service
plan, based upon the comprehensive integrated assessment, engaging children and
families in the process.
Qualifications:
In addition to a real
passion for working with at-risk children and families, this opportunity
requires:
·
A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related human services
field, a valid driver’s license
·
Proof of automobile liability insurance and access to
transportation for home visits, meetings, and client transportation
·
The ability to pass and obtain State licensing required by
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. If you do not possess a
Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) upon hire, LSSI will work with you to
obtain it.
· Child welfare experience is preferred. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
and Perks:
Come be
a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re
helping others live better lives, as well as these career advantages:
·
Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and
licensure
·
CWEL sign-on BONUS if you possess a valid CWEL upon hire!
·
Monetary Incentive rewards
·
Opportunity for advancement
·
Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare insurance,
up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 10 paid holidays, sick time,
403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours
·
The training you need to learn, grow, and succeed
·
The opportunity to become a part of a fantastic team of Child
Welfare professionals!