Child Welfare Support Specialist & Case Liaison

The SSI Group; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet pay

Competitive salary

Healthcare insurance

Up to 26 days PTO

11 holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking a position in Illinois offering on-site work with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for full-time staff. The role emphasizes client monitoring, reporting, and coordination with community agencies in a child welfare context.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED, with an AA degree preferred, and demonstrates strong communication and reliable transportation to support service delivery.

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

Verbal & written communication

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Respect for client confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA Degree (two years college) preferred

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking a position in Illinois offering on-site work with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for full-time staff. The role emphasizes client monitoring, reporting, and coordination with community agencies in a child welfare context.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED, with an AA degree preferred, and demonstrates strong communication and reliable transportation to support service delivery.