Social Services Coordinator
Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a Social Services Coordinator to join the Community & Residential Services Authority!
Responsibilities :
- Assess nature of clients' situations by interviewing and reviewing personal history
- Provide intensive service linkages for children needing access to mental health and educational supports
- Assists in the conceptualization, design, documentation and implementation of a collaborative system of care for Illinois children and their families
- Coordinates and collaborates with public, private, state and local agencies, professionals and parents in the implementation of specific responsibilities
- Communicate client updates to all relevant parties
- Facilitate referrals to other professionals and programs
- Maintain accurate client documentation
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's Degree, preferably a Master's Degree
- 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the provision and administration of direct services within mental health, child welfare, education, or juvenile justice provider system
- Reside in Central Illinois (Danville to Quincy, Bloomington to Litchfield)
- Previous experience in special education, social work, counseling, or other related fields
- Compassionate and caring demeanor
- Ability to build rapport with clients
- Strong leadership qualities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Company Description
The Community and Residential Services Authority (CRSA) is a legislatively created interagency body. Our mission is to actively advocate, plan and promote the development and coordination of a full array of services to meet the unique needs of youth with emotional and behavioral disabilities (ED / BD) and their families.
Company Description
The Community and Residential Services Authority (CRSA) is a legislatively created interagency body. Our mission is to actively advocate, plan and promote the development and coordination of a full array of services to meet the unique needs of youth with emotional and behavioral disabilities (ED / BD) and their families.