Family Services Specialist

$29,120 - $29,120/Yr

Addus HomeCare - Breese, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Breese, IL

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Family Services Specialist role at Addus Homecare focuses on assisting families in crisis through various DCFS programs. The position aims to support the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and their families by providing essential services that help them comply with court-ordered program participation. Specialists will work directly with families, offering guidance and support in challenging situations, while also ensuring proper documentation and reporting of progress.

Responsibilities

• Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children out of their home.
• Provide transportation for parents and/or children to and from locations for supervised visitation.
• Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills and parenting skills.
• Utilize effective resources to assist families in crisis.
• Conduct supervised and unsupervised visitations, observing interactions between parents and children.
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records of client progress.
• Submit monthly written client progress reports detailing scheduled dates, units of service, and specific goals/issues addressed.
• Document the success or failure of each appointment and report on progress for identified goals.
• Make recommendations for future services based on observations and interactions.
• Locate housing, jobs, and community supports for families or emancipated foster children in the housing program.
• Attend all mandated trainings.

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 at $.67/mile.