In-Home Family Services Specialist

Addus HomeCare; West Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Flexible schedule

Direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Addus HomeCare seeks a Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis through DCFS programs. You will travel to homes to teach homemaking and parenting skills, support supervised visits, and help families access housing and community resources.

Applicants should have a related background and a valid driver's license. Full-time and part-time options are available, with a flexible schedule and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Work directly with families at home, teaching homemaking and parenting skills and anger management.
• Supervised and unsupervised visitation, observe interactions and redirect as needed.
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records.
• Submit monthly progress reports with dates, goals, and service units.
• Report all child abuse and neglect; attend mandated trainings.
• Help housing program families locate housing, jobs and other supports.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree

2 years child welfare experience

Job description

Addus HomeCare seeks a Family Service Specialist to assist families in crisis through DCFS programs. You will travel to homes to teach homemaking and parenting skills, support supervised visits, and help families access housing and community resources.

Applicants should have a related background and a valid driver's license. Full-time and part-time options are available, with a flexible schedule and mileage reimbursement.