FOSTER CARE THERAPIST

Starting pay for a licensed therapist (LCPC or LCSW) is $70,000 annually.

About Children's Home Association of Illinois (CHAIL) :

CHAIL is a youth, family, and community focused non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization with multiple locations and 400 staff, located in Peoria, IL. For over 159 years CHAIL has been helping the kids and families who need it most. Children's Home Association of Illinois (CHAIL) is the largest social service agency for youth and families in downstate Illinois. The services we provide don't just impact the individual child, they create positive ripple effects within their immediate family, neighborhood, community, and world by providing an opportunity to thrive.

Here at CHAIL, employees experience a "People First - Culture of Care" working atmosphere. From the most tenured staff to the newest team member, everyone is welcomed into a community that prioritizes diversity, equity, wellness, belonging, and good health. Starting with our CEO / President and migrating to every employee, this agency takes pride in taking care of each other. We believe if our employees are cared for, they can better live out the mission of the agency which is to help the kids and families who need it most. By putting our people first at CHAIL, they have the opportunity to share their expertise, talents, and passions with clients as they are changing the lives of the kids who will change the world. Our employees at CHAIL will tell you that they love working for the agency because they love what the agency does!

About the position :

This position involves providing clinical services to children and families involved with the foster care system and their foster families. This also includes coordinating services and communicating effectively with other treatment team members within Children's Home and external individuals and agencies. This position requires the flexibility to address issues as they arise and assist in emergencies or staff shortages, as well as the ability to complete the regular requirements and schedule.

Job Function :

Provides direct clinical treatment to assigned youth, parents, and foster parents, including assessment, treatment plan development and implementation and thorough documentation of services. Provides individual, family and group counseling, as well as crisis management services in order to increase stability and personal functioning. Consults with treatment team members, as well as other involved parties, in order to plan, provide and monitor effective treatment.

Job Qualifications :

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field and experience or other training preparing an individual to work with families and youth involved with DCFS
• Strong interpersonal skills, maturity and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in clients, staff, foster parents and families served
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work within a treatment team
• Ability to handle job related manners in a professional, diplomatic and confidential manner
• Thorough knowledge of community resources and services
• Ability to organize and execute responsibilities in an independent manner
• Hearing and speaking ability which allows for effective oral communication of information
• Ability to physically transport self and clients to various locations
• Physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related issues and stress

Benefits :

CHAIL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.