Senior Child Welfare Specialist

Seeking an experienced advocate who will assist families in their childrens development and their familys well-being. This individual will possess a Bachelors degree in Social Work or related. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. The Child Welfare Specialist will carefully make assessments as it pertains to each familys needs and provide comprehensive case management services to DCFS-involved families. This position offers an annual salary of $58656 including medical vision dental paid time off 401K and other voluntary benefits.

Position Highlights

1. Conducts weekly or twice a month home visits to families developing a positive relationship with family members and ensuring the well-being and safety of the children at all times.
2. In consultation with an assigned supervisor refers participants both children and caregivers to appropriate social service agencies and community organizations in order to adequately address participants service needs.
3. Demonstrates thorough understanding of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS) Rules and Procedures Part 302.388 Intact Family Services and Family First Prevention Services Act (H.R. 5456 (Family First).
4. Maintains regular contact with other community and service partners and provides advocacy when needed to support participants service goals.
5. Maintains monthly caseload statistics and other relevant data as required by agency and program policies.
6. Assists in program-level orientation and training of newly hired Child Welfare Specialists.
7. Works on other Adhoc projects as assigned by Intact Family Supervisor.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC