Family Support & Visitation Specialist

Addus HomeCare; Fairfield (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay is $17/HR

Daily pay available

Flexible schedule - full time and part

Direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement $0.70/mile

Job summary

Addus HomeCare in Illinois seeks a dedicated Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis through DCFS programs, including Family Habilitation Services, Visitation, and Housing. You will work in homes, deliver homemaking guidance, and help families comply with court-ordered programs, with on-the-job and office training provided.

Key duties include facilitating supervised visits, producing monthly progress reports, transporting families to visits, and locating housing or community

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Associates degree or 2 years of child welfare experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old, with valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
• Background checks are required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Support families to prevent permanent placement of children.
• Provide transportation for parent/child to supervised visits; travel may be extensive.
• Teach homemaking and parenting skills, anger management, and utilize community resources.
• Supervise or observe visits and redirect as needed.
• Prepare written progress reports monthly with dates, goals, and service units.
• Report all child abuse and neglect and attend mandated trainings.
• Help housing program families find housing, jobs, and supports for independent living.

Skills

Social work experience

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Background checks

21 years or older

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree

Job description

Addus HomeCare in Illinois seeks a dedicated Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis through DCFS programs, including Family Habilitation Services, Visitation, and Housing. You will work in homes, deliver homemaking guidance, and help families comply with court-ordered programs, with on-the-job and office training provided.

Key duties include facilitating supervised visits, producing monthly progress reports, transporting families to visits, and locating housing or community