Impactful Child Welfare Case Manager

Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois; Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 57,079 - 60,079; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois is seeking a Child Welfare Specialist to support assigned children and families within our Illinois program. The role emphasizes safeguarding youth well-being, guiding birth parents toward reunification, and coordinating services with foster families.

This exempt, full-time position requires a Bachelor's in a related field, one year of related experience, and IL CWEL licensing.

Qualifications

• Ability to drive one’s own vehicle and transport children, youth, and adults as needed.
• In-depth knowledge of child welfare systems, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong case management skills, including assessments, service planning, and progress monitoring.
• Ability to advocate for children's rights and best interests within the child welfare system.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with families, children, professionals, and agencies.
• Ability to provide crisis intervention and support to children and families facing challenging circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care for children and families in our caseload and monitor progress.
• Coordinate home visits, transport when needed, and communicate with foster families.
• Manage cases per policy, regulations, and program requirements.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to support services and outcomes.
• Participate in supervision, crisis response, and on-call duties as assigned.
• Maintain SACWIS records and prepare required reports for court.

Skills

Vehicle transport ability

Knowledge of child welfare systems

Case management

Advocacy for children's rights

Excellent communication

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related human service field

CWEL license in IL

Job description

Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois is seeking a Child Welfare Specialist to support assigned children and families within our Illinois program. The role emphasizes safeguarding youth well-being, guiding birth parents toward reunification, and coordinating services with foster families.

This exempt, full-time position requires a Bachelor's in a related field, one year of related experience, and IL CWEL licensing.