Child Welfare Case Specialist (Floater) – Travel-Friendly

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet on-demand pay

Competitive salary based on education/

Salary $60,000-$70,000/Annually

Opportunity for advancement

Healthcare insurance

Up to 26 days PTO per year

11 paid holidays

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Paid training

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Specialist-Floater. You will provide and coordinate casework services for children and families within state mandates, COA standards, and program plans across a wide catchment area.

Responsibilities include completing service plans, submitting reports timely, coordinating with schools and health facilities, and supporting supervisory decisions. A strong commitment to integrity and client dignity is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field is required.
• Background check clearance (criminal and CANTS) required.
• State licensing/certification as required by Illinois DCFS.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate casework services to achieve permanency for children and families within agency policies.
• Complete service plans, engage families, and ensure timely reporting and billing.
• Participate in supervision, staffing, and family-child team meetings as needed.
• Coordinate with schools and health care providers to promote wellbeing.
• Drive as required across the catchment area and comply with Youth in Care Sit List.

Skills

Clear communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Specialist-Floater. You will provide and coordinate casework services for children and families within state mandates, COA standards, and program plans across a wide catchment area.

Responsibilities include completing service plans, submitting reports timely, coordinating with schools and health facilities, and supporting supervisory decisions. A strong commitment to integrity and client dignity is essential.