Family Services Specialist

Addus HomeCare; Charleston (IL); Hybrid; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay is $17 per hour

Flexible schedule—full-time and part-time available

Medical, hospitalization, vision, and dental coverage

Accrued paid time off (up to 40 hours per year)

Mileage reimbursement ($0.70 per mile)

Job summary

A home care service provider in Charleston, IL is seeking professionals to assist families in crisis through various programs. Responsibilities include providing transportation, working directly with families, and teaching vital skills. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, background in social work or childcare, and reliable transportation. The role offers a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and various benefits including health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Associates degree or at least 2 years of child welfare experience (required).
• Minimum age 21 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist families in crisis through DCFS programs.
• Provide transportation for supervised visitations.
• Work directly with families in the home.

Skills

Social work background

Childcare experience

Homemaking skills

Parenting skills

Anger management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or 2 years of child welfare experience

Job description

Addus Home Care is committed to helping older adults and people with disabilities live safe and healthy lives at home.

Responsibilities

• Assist families in crisis through DCFS programs including Family Habilitation Services, Visitation, and Housing.
• Help families comply with court‑ordered program participation and work through difficult situations.
• Provide transportation for parents and/or children to and from supervised visitation sites.
• Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting skills, anger management, and effective resource utilization.
• Supervise or observe visitation, redirecting interactions as necessary.
• Prepare written reports, maintain accurate records, and submit client progress reports monthly (scheduled dates, goals, outcomes, and recommendations).
• Report all cases of child abuse and neglect.
• Attend all mandated trainings.
• For families or emancipated foster children in the housing program, locate housing, jobs, and other community supports for independent living.

Requirements & Competencies

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Associates degree or at least 2 years of child welfare experience (required).
• Minimum age 21 years.
• Background in social work, child care, or working with families (preferred).
• Dependable automobile, valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass required background checks.

Benefits

• Pay is $17 per hour.
• Daily pay available for select positions.
• Flexible schedule—full‑time and part‑time available.
• Direct deposit.
• Reimbursement for mileage $0.70 per mile.
• Medical, hospitalization, vision, and dental coverage through employer‑sponsored minimum essential plan.
• Eligible to enroll in employer‑sponsored retirement plan after 6 months of service (for those 21+).
• Accrued paid time off (up to 40 hours per year based on hours worked).
• Holiday pay benefits for all DCFS employees who average at least 25 hours over a three‑month period.

Holiday Schedule

• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Location: Charleston, IL.