Child Welfare Support Worker - Galesburg

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is seeking a Foster Care Family Support Worker to provide support to case managers and clients. Responsibilities include supervising visits, providing advocacy, and documentation for foster children and families. This role offers a flexible schedule and a robust benefits package including paid time off and medical plans.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

401k with employer match

Qualifications

• Must have child welfare experience (preferred).
• Completion of DCFS criminal background check.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation for foster children to visits and court dates.
• Supervise visits between children and natural parents.
• Act as a liaison between caseworker and foster families.

Skills

Child Advocacy

Client Supervision

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!

Perks of Working at CYFS:

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays
• 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
• 8 Paid Sick Days
• 5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days
• 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Financial Incentives:

• Employee Referral Program

Educational Assistance:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their family
• Immediate community referrals to licensed counselors
• 24/7 call line
• Tax consultation/financial resources
• Discounted legal services and mediation services
• Health and Wellness resources

Use of agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement

Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement

"Dress for your day" dress code

Opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Salary:

Starting at $18.13 per hour (non-exempt)

About the Position:

Provides direct support to case managers and supervisors through assistance with documentation, client visits/supervisions, and client advocacy.

A Typical Day as a Foster Care Family Support Worker:

• Provide transportation for foster children and/or family members to necessary visits, court dates, or other locations as assigned to meet treatment goals
• Supervise visits between children and natural parents and prepares case notes
• Provide advocacy and mentoring services for children and families
• Act as a liaison between the caseworker and foster families and/or biological parents
• Complete necessary paperwork to document provided services

Location:

292 N. Chambers St. Galesburg, IL with willingness to travel and spend several hours in the field visiting client's homes, communities, and attending court. This office provides services to the following counties: Knox, Warren, and Henderson

Work Hours:

Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served

Does the Following Apply to You?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Child Welfare Experience (preferred)

Additional Qualifications:

• Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Obtain an insured vehicle
• At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license

Additional Benefits:

• Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k plan with 4% employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan

About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS):

(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of Central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.

Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change.

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.