Family Services Specialist

$29,120 - $29,120/Yr

Addus HomeCare - Casey, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Casey, IL

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Family Services Specialist position at Addus Home Care's DCFS division is a vital role aimed at supporting families in crisis through various programs designed to ensure the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and their families. This position involves working directly with families to help them navigate difficult situations and comply with court-ordered program participation. The Family Services Specialist will assist families through services such as Family Habilitation Services, Visitation, and Housing, providing essential support to prevent the permanent placement of children out of their homes. In this role, you will be responsible for providing transportation for parents and children to supervised visitation locations, ensuring that all interactions are observed and documented accurately. You will work closely with families in their homes, teaching and demonstrating essential homemaking and parenting skills while utilizing effective resources to aid in their development. The position requires the preparation of written reports and maintaining accurate records of client progress, including scheduled service dates, specific goals, and recommendations for future services. Additionally, you will be responsible for reporting any instances of child abuse and neglect and attending all mandated training sessions. Training for this position will be provided both in-office and on-the-job, ensuring that you are well-equipped to handle the challenges that may arise while working with families in crisis. This role offers a flexible schedule with both full-time and part-time options available, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in their community while balancing their personal commitments.

Responsibilities

• Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children out of their home.
• Provide transportation for parent and/or children to and from locations for supervised visitation.
• Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting skills, and utilizing effective resources.
• Conduct supervised and unsupervised visitation, observing all interactions between parents and children during visits and redirecting if needed.
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records of client progress.
• Submit written client progress reports on a monthly basis, detailing scheduled dates, units of service, specific goals, and documentation of appointment success or failure.
• Report all child abuse and neglect as required.
• Attend all mandated trainings.
• Locate housing, jobs, and other community supports for families or emancipated foster children in the housing program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associates degree or 2 years of child welfare experience is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience in social work, child care, or working with families is preferred.
• Must have a dependable automobile, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass required background checks.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in social work or child care is preferred.

Benefits

• Pay is $14/hr.
• Now offering DAILY PAY for select positions!
• Flexible schedule - full time and part time available
• Direct deposit
• Paid vacation and six paid holidays
• Reimbursement for mileage $.67/mile