Family Services Specialist

Addus HomeCare; Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

A supportive home care service provider in Vernon, IL, is seeking a Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis through various DCFS programs. Responsibilities include supporting families to prevent permanent placement of children, providing transportation for supervised visits, and teaching homemaking and parenting skills. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and pass required background checks. Competitive pay of $17/hour and flexible scheduling are offered.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children.
• Provide transportation for supervised visitation.
• Work directly with families to teach homemaking and parenting skills.
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records.
• Attend all mandated trainings.

Skills

Experience in social work

Child care experience

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or 2 years of child welfare experience

Job description

Addus Home Care strives to help older adults and people with disabilities to 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

FSS Duties

• Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children out of their homes.
• Provide transportation for parents 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 and unsupervised visitation: observe all interactions between parents and children during visits, directing parents as 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.

FSS 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.

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