Family Services Specialist

Addus HomeCare; Marshall (IL); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Daily pay available

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Illinois seeks a Family Services Specialist to support families in crisis through various programs, including supervised visitation and family habilitation services. Responsibilities include providing transportation, teaching essential skills, and preparing case reports. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience in social work, child care, or working with families is preferred.
• Must have a dependable automobile, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children.
• Provide transportation for parent and/or children for supervised visitation.
• Teach and demonstrate homemaking and parenting skills.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare written reports.
• Locate housing and community supports for families in need.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or 2 years of child welfare experience

Job description

Join to apply for the Family Services Specialist role at Addus HomeCare.

Addus Home Care strives to help older adults and people with disabilities live safe and healthy lives at home. In this role you will assist families in crisis through DCFS programs, including Family Habilitation Services, Visitation, and Housing. Family Service Specialists provide services that help families comply with court‑ordered program participation and work through difficult situations. Training is provided through the office and on‑the‑job.

Benefits

• Pay is $17/hr
• Daily pay available for select positions
• Flexible schedule – full‑time and part‑time available
• Direct deposit
• Reimbursement for mileage $0.70/mile

Duties

• Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children out of their home.
• Provide transportation for parent and/or children to and from locations for supervised visitation. Travel can be extensive.
• Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting skills, anger management, and utilizing effective resources.
• Supervised or unsupervised visitation. Observe all interactions between parents and children during visits; redirect if needed.
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records.
• Submit written client progress reports on a monthly basis:
  • Scheduled dates and units of service
  • Specific goals/issues to be addressed for each date of service
  • Documentation as to whether each appointment was successful or missed
  • Reports of progress for each identified goal
  • Recommendations for future service
• Report all 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 living independently.

Requirements & Competencies

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate’s degree or 2 years of child welfare experience is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience in social work, child care, or working with families is preferred.
• Must have a dependable automobile, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass required background checks.

Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus HomeCare, and we’re thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed’s 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: Indeed Work Wellbeing Rankings.

Eligible employees and their dependents will be offered medical, hospitalization, vision, and dental benefits through the employer‑sponsored minimum essential plan. Employees are also eligible to enroll in an employer‑sponsored retirement plan after 6 months of service (21 years of age). Accrued paid time off (up to 40 hours per year, based on hours worked). All DCFS employees, who average a minimum of 25 hours over a three‑month period, are eligible for holiday pay benefits.

Holiday Schedule

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

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Other
• Hospitals and Health Care