Child Welfare Advocate | Flexible Hours

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Assistant to support the program director under supervision, performing a variety of social work, group and outreach activities for individuals and families.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with an AA degree preferred, and a valid IL driver's license. Benefits include healthcare, up to 26 days PTO, holidays, 403(b), EAP, flexible hours, and Dayforce Wallet for on-demand pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED) required.
• AA Degree with two years of college preferred.
• Age requirement may apply.
• Record of compliance with the law and clearance on the Illinois CANTS.
• Basic knowledge of child development and parenting or equivalent life experience preferred.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear, comprehensible manner.
• Valid driver's license in good standing for the state of residency required.
• Access to reliable transportation for visits, meetings, and to transport clients as needed.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks as required in the written plan.
• Meet productivity requirements as established by the program director or designee.
• Provide client monitoring and linkage to appropriate services both within LSSI and other community agencies.
• Complete and submit all necessary reports, billing, and documentation accurately and on time as required by agency and funding sources.
• Communicate with supervisor, work group and collateral agencies regarding individual's and /or family's needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Transportation access

Education

AA Degree or 2-year college

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Assistant to support the program director under supervision, performing a variety of social work, group and outreach activities for individuals and families.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with an AA degree preferred, and a valid IL driver's license. Benefits include healthcare, up to 26 days PTO, holidays, 403(b), EAP, flexible hours, and Dayforce Wallet for on-demand pay.