Child Welfare Resource Specialist

4 weeks ago


West Peoria, Illinois, United States Lutheran Social Services of IL Full time

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice, and wholeness to people and communities. We are seeking a Child Welfare Resource Specialist to join our team. The Specialist will provide resource services for foster and adoptive families within state mandates, COA standards, agency policies, and program plans.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct in-depth assessments of prospective foster/adoptive families to determine suitability for foster home licensing in accordance with DCFS Rule 402, the Child Care Act, agency policies, and procedures.
  • Participate in the planning and implementation of the recruitment plan for new foster homes.
  • Complete and submit all required reports, documentation, and billing accurately and timely as required by agency and funding sources.
  • Identify ongoing training and support issues in existing homes and facilitate provision of services needed to meet identified needs.
  • Participate in supervisory process for guidance, direction, support, and approval of decision-making assessment service planning and intervention.
Qualifications:
  • A bachelor's degree in social work or degree related in the human service field; previous child welfare experience strongly desired.
  • State Licensing/certification as required by the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
  • Valid Illinois driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance is required.
  • Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS.
Benefits and Perks:
  • Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
  • Opportunity for advancement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 10 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
  • The training you need to learn, grow, and succeed.
  • The opportunity to become a part of a fantastic team of Child Welfare professionals.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.



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