Family Case Manager, Foster Care

The SSI Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off

11 holidays

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Paid training

Dayforce Wallet on-demand pay

Job summary

LSSI is seeking a dedicated professional in Illinois to provide child welfare services and support families in need. The role emphasizes thorough case management, collaboration with schools and healthcare providers, and advocacy to safeguard children’s well-being.

Ideal candidates hold a social work degree, state licensure, and willingness to complete required trainings. The position includes a robust benefits package, training opportunities, and a path for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human services field required.
• State licensing/certification as required by Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
• CWEL or ability to obtain CWEL.
• CERAP required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Training in KEEP and/or GenerationsPMTO or availability to participate in training, coaching and fidelity to certification once hired required.
• Successful completion of CCS Bootcamp required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Proof of IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit all required reports, documentation, and billing accurately and timely as required by agency and funding sources.
• Participate in supervisory process for guidance, direction, support, and approval of decision making, assessment, service planning, and intervention. Present cases for staffing and conduct family-child team meetings.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other service providers, schools, and healthcare facilities to promote the child(ren)’s well‑being.
• Assess family service needs
• Provide linkage to community resources to remediate problems and prevent abuse or neglect and verify participation.
• Ensure child safety and well‑being during service delivery.
• Provide strength-based case management to facilitate the resolution of minor to moderate challenges contributing to risk to children.
• Advocacy with medical or governmental institutions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organization skills

Case management

Advocacy

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary $60,000-$67,000/Annually.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Complete and submit all required reports, documentation, and billing accurately and timely as required by agency and funding sources.
• Participate in supervisory process for guidance, direction, support, and approval of decision making, assessment, service planning, and intervention. Present cases for staffing and conduct family-child team meetings.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other service providers, schools, and healthcare facilities to promote the child(ren)’s well‑being.
• Assess family service needs
• Provide linkage to community resources to remediate problems and prevent abuse or neglect and verify participation.
• Ensure child safety and well‑being during service delivery.
• Provide strength-based case management to facilitate the resolution of minor to moderate challenges contributing to risk to children.
• Advocacy with medical or governmental institutions.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or degree in related human services field required.
• Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required.
• State licensing/certification as required by the state of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
• Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) or ability to obtain required.
• Child Endangerment Risk Assessment Protocol (CERAP) required.
• Specialty required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Training in KEEP and/or GenerationsPMTO or availability to participate in training, coaching and fidelity to certification once hired required.
• Successful completion of CCS Bootcamp required.
• Successful completion of Client-Centered Service Planning and Aftercare Planning Training preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate families, youth, and foster parents to participate in detailed interventions models.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organization, presentation, and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Proof of valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage required.