Flexible Schedule Family Services Specialist – Home Visits

Addus HomeCare; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Daily pay

Job summary

Addus Homecare in Springfield, IL is seeking a Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis via DCFS programs. You will prepare reports, maintain records, and support progress toward goals, including court-related documentation.

The role involves home visits and teaching essential life skills to families. There is flexibility in schedule (full- and part-time) with options for direct deposit and mileage reimbursement; daily pay is available for select positions.

Qualifications

• Requires associate's degree or two years of social work experience related to child welfare.
• Must meet age requirement (21+).
• Must have dependable automobile and valid driver's license; auto insurance proof.
• Must pass CANTS and other background checks.

Responsibilities

• Work with families in crisis through DCFS and state contracts.
• Prepare written reports and maintain records and court testimony.
• Prepare and sign client progress reports monthly with dates, goals, and service details.
• Report all child abuse and neglect; escalate significant events to supervisor.
• Provide home-based teaching on homemaking, parenting, and anger management; support supervised/unsupervised visitation.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Addus Homecare in Springfield, IL is seeking a Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis via DCFS programs. You will prepare reports, maintain records, and support progress toward goals, including court-related documentation.

The role involves home visits and teaching essential life skills to families. There is flexibility in schedule (full- and part-time) with options for direct deposit and mileage reimbursement; daily pay is available for select positions.