Foster Care Specialist

10 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Children's Home and Aid Full time
About the Role

Brightpoint, a leading human services organization, is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Foster Care Specialist to join our team of dedicated professionals. As a key member of our child welfare team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families in our care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive and trauma-informed case management services to families involved in the child welfare system.
  • Assess the safety and needs of children and families, and develop and implement individualized plans to support their well-being.
  • Collaborate with biological families to strengthen their parenting skills and knowledge, and provide support to foster families to ensure the needs of the foster children are consistently met.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with service providers and institutions that play a role in the family's situation.
  • Monitor biological families' efforts and progress towards goals aimed at family reunification, and provide testimony in the Juvenile Court System regarding the best interest of children and families.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field.
  • Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL), Child Endangerment Risk Assessment Protocol (CERAP), and Child Abuse and Neglect (CANS) certification required, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
  • Ability to speak English and Spanish required.
  • Experience providing collaborative, strength-based services to kids and families preferred.
  • Ability to attend in-person meetings and events as needed required.
  • Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.


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