Family Services & Casework Specialist

Chicago Youth Centers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403B retirement plan

AFLAC options

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Chicago Youth Centers seeks a Family Service Associate to provide casework services, counseling, and referrals to families of children in our development programs. The role supports goal setting and Individualized Education Plans, working with a nutritionist and nurse to address needs.

Responsibilities include family outreach, eligibility interviews, record keeping, home visits, and coordinating disability services for children with special needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; Associate's Degree required in Social Work, Human Services or related field.
• 1-2 years of related experience in social work, case management, family, and community work required
• Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) are required

Responsibilities

• Promote and recruit eligible children for the Early Childhood Program
• Prepare printed material and perform door-to-door canvassing activities under supervision
• Interview parents to determine eligibility for the program
• Assist parents with procuring required dental and medical records and analyze medical records for needs
• Follow-up with the parent to ensure medical/dental work is provided
• Provide casework services for parents; evaluate needs; arrange for referrals
• Coordinate disability services for children with special needs
• Record and maintain case records including home visits and attendance
• Counsel parents on social-emotional/health needs and conduct home visits as needed
• Develop and publish community resource lists and needs assessments
• Develop and submit social service, disability, and parent involvement reports

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Office

Transportation

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Associate's Degree in Social Work/Human Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Chicago Youth Centers seeks a Family Service Associate to provide casework services, counseling, and referrals to families of children in our development programs. The role supports goal setting and Individualized Education Plans, working with a nutritionist and nurse to address needs.

Responsibilities include family outreach, eligibility interviews, record keeping, home visits, and coordinating disability services for children with special needs.