Crisis-Response Family Services Specialist

Addus HomeCare; Chandlerville (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Mileage reimbursement

Direct deposit

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Addus Home Care is seeking Family Service Specialists to assist families in crisis through DCFS programs, including Family Habilitation Services, Visitation and Housing. Duties include reporting, home visits, and transportation for visits, with a flexible schedule (full-time and part-time).

Benefits include daily pay options and mileage reimbursement, plus direct deposit and a supportive training environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Associate's degree from an accredited institution or two years of work experience in social work related to child welfare.
• Reliable automobile, valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass the CANTS background check and other required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Work with families in crisis through DCFS and State contracts.
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records and court testimony.
• Prepare and sign client progress reports monthly with dates, units of service, goals, and outcomes.
• Report all child abuse and neglect; notify supervisor of significant events.
• Attend mandated trainings and provide homemaking, parenting, and anger management guidance in home visits.
• Coordinate supervised and unsupervised visitation and transportation support.

Skills

Report writing

Court testimony

Home visits

Education

Associate's degree or social work experience

Job description

Addus Home Care is seeking Family Service Specialists to assist families in crisis through DCFS programs, including Family Habilitation Services, Visitation and Housing. Duties include reporting, home visits, and transportation for visits, with a flexible schedule (full-time and part-time).

Benefits include daily pay options and mileage reimbursement, plus direct deposit and a supportive training environment.