Child & Family Case Manager — Flexible Hours & Impact

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

PTO 26 days/year

11 paid holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking a dedicated child welfare specialist in Peoria, IL. You will perform case management, coordinate with partners, assess family needs, and advocate for services to protect children.

Required: Bachelor’s in social work or related field, 1+ year experience, IL licensing, CWEL or ability to obtain, CERAP, KEEP/GenerationsPMTO training, and CCS Bootcamp completion. Strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human services field.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• State licensing/certification as required by Illinois DCFS.
• CWEL license or ability to obtain.
• CERAP training or willingness to obtain.
• Specialty required.
• Training in KEEP and/or GenerationsPMTO or willing to participate.
• CCS Bootcamp completion required.
• Client-Centered Service Planning and Aftercare Planning training completed.
• Ability to motivate families, youth, and foster parents.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software.
• Background check (criminal and CANTS) required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit reports, documentation and billing timely.
• Participate in supervisory process for guidance and decision making.
• Coordinate with service providers, schools, and healthcare facilities.
• Assess family service needs.
• Link to community resources to remediate problems and prevent abuse.
• Ensure child safety during service delivery.
• Provide strength-based case management for youth and families.
• Advocate with medical or governmental institutions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Excellent communication

Strong organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking a dedicated child welfare specialist in Peoria, IL. You will perform case management, coordinate with partners, assess family needs, and advocate for services to protect children.

Required: Bachelor’s in social work or related field, 1+ year experience, IL licensing, CWEL or ability to obtain, CERAP, KEEP/GenerationsPMTO training, and CCS Bootcamp completion. Strong communication and organizational skills essential.