Crisis Outreach Advocate – Flexible Field Support

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

5 free counseling sessions per year

24/7 support line

Health and Wellness resources

401K

Cellphone reimbursement

Dress for your day

Job summary

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) in Macomb, IL is seeking an On-Call Community Outreach Advocate to support children, youth, adults and families during crises. You will provide trauma-informed intervention, stabilization, and conflict management, document progress, and coordinate with families to promote stability and permanency.

Flexible schedule, field work, and driving to client homes across Hancock, McDonough, and Fulton counties; DCFS background checks and a valid license

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Child Welfare Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with children, teens, adults, and families who are experiencing crisis.
• Provide positive intervention, stabilization, de-escalation, and conflict management using a trauma-informed and family centered approach.
• Document all services delivered to track client progress and plan for achievement of established goals.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Family centered approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) in Macomb, IL is seeking an On-Call Community Outreach Advocate to support children, youth, adults and families during crises. You will provide trauma-informed intervention, stabilization, and conflict management, document progress, and coordinate with families to promote stability and permanency.

Flexible schedule, field work, and driving to client homes across Hancock, McDonough, and Fulton counties; DCFS background checks and a valid license