Trauma-Informed Community Outreach Advocate — Flexible, Field-Based

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions; El Vista (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5 hour work week

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Days

Paid Personal/Wellness Days

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tax consultation/financial resources

Discounted legal services and medi atn

Job summary

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) is hiring a Community Outreach Worker to build supportive relationships with children, teens, adults and families in Peoria and surrounding counties. You will use trauma-responsive, family-centered approaches to address needs and goals, promoting stability and permanency.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, DCFS background check, valid driver’s license and insured vehicle; willingness to travel and spend time in the field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field.
• Completion of DCFS background check and fingerprinting.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have an insured vehicle.
• Three years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support children, teens, adults, and families experiencing crisis.
• Use trauma-responsive, family-centered approaches to help goals.
• Collaborate with clients to develop strength-based goals.
• Visit clients in homes, communities, and court settings to support goals.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Family-centered approach

Trauma-informed care

Community engagement

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS) is hiring a Community Outreach Worker to build supportive relationships with children, teens, adults and families in Peoria and surrounding counties. You will use trauma-responsive, family-centered approaches to address needs and goals, promoting stability and permanency.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, DCFS background check, valid driver’s license and insured vehicle; willingness to travel and spend time in the field