Child Welfare Case Aide

LSSI; Marion (IL); Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Dayforce Wallet

Competitive salary based on education,

Hourly pay: $15.80–$18.30

Career advancement opportunities

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off (up to 26 days)

11 paid holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible hours

Paid training

Supportive team of Child Welfare pros

Zusammenfassung

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) in Marion, IL is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Assistant to support children and families through social work, group and outreach activities, Monday through Friday, under the supervision of the program director.

The role emphasizes client monitoring, linkage to services, reporting, and coordination with community agencies. Requires a high school diploma; AA degree preferred; valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• AA Degree with two years of college preferred.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.

Aufgaben

• Perform social work, group and outreach activities.
• Provide client monitoring and linkage to services.
• Complete and submit reports, billing and documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate with supervisor and collateral agencies regarding needs.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Ausbildung

AA Degree preferred

High school diploma or GED required

Jobbeschreibung

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Assistant, Monday through Friday. Under the general supervision of the program director or designee, perform a variety of social work, group and outreach activities to individuals and families.

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Salary $15.80-$18.30/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!
• The opportunity to become a part of a fantastic team of Child Welfare professionals!

Essential Functions:

• 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.

Position 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.