Specialized Services Child Welfare Specialist

Overview

JOB TITLE : Specialized Services Child Welfare Specialist (S-CWS)

REPORTS TO : Specialized Services Program Manager

STATUS : Full Time, Exempt

Benefits : View LCFS' Full-Time Employee Benefits

Salary Range : 51,336 - 56,336

Office Location : The office location will be based on the office nearest to the candidate's residency. Travel is required across the 102 IL counties of which cases are assigned. Opportunities currently available in O'Fallon and Mt. Vernon.

What We Do

Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois improves the well-being of people across the state by protecting children, strengthening families and building futures for those who have experienced trauma. LCFS is a welcoming organization serving children, individuals, families and communities of all faiths, races, ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender expressions and gender identifications.

Who We Are

• Champions in supporting children, youth and families throughout Illinois so they are able to reach their full potential
• Dynamic and innovative leaders who believe in collaboration with their team of professionals and are revolutionizing the impact on services to families
• A community which embraces and is committed to being WIDE (welcoming, inclusive, diverse and equitable)
• Impacts of the child welfare community by addressing institutional racism and implicit bias to increase positive outcomes for children and families of color
• Creators of culture focused on supporting families and ensuring all children find safe, loving permanent homes

Objectives of the Position

Under the direction of organizational leadership, the Specialized Services CWS is part of the child welfare team that achieves LCFS vision for all children and families to have safe, healthy and meaningful lives. The role collaborates with youth, identified caregivers and families to ensure youth in the Illinois foster care system with medical, mental health issues or multiple placements receive appropriate supports. The goals include :

Essential Roles And Responsibilities (non-exhaustive)

Additional Child Welfare Specialist Essential Functions

Knowledge And Abilities

Qualifications - Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in a related human services field with 1 year of related experience in child and family casework services. A Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) in IL is highly preferred. Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Physical and Special Demands

While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit; may stand, walk, use hands, reach, and operate standard office equipment. May lift up to 15 pounds. Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle required. Some travel to LCFS offices and service areas across Illinois.

Compensation And Benefits

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. LCFS offers health and dental insurance, 10 paid holidays, generous PTO / vacation / sick time, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement program and performance-based bonus potential.

Additional Details

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LCFS. Locations referenced include Vernon, IL; Gurnee, IL; Carol Stream, Palatine, Arlington Heights, and other Illinois locations. Roles listed are for context and reflect current openings and salaries as of posting.

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