Master's Level Child Welfare Specialist

3 weeks ago


Aurora, Illinois, United States Lutheran Social Services of IL Full time

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing healing, justice, and wholeness to people and communities.

For over 150 years, LSSI has made a significant impact in the lives of children and families, and we continue to be a strong presence in the State of Illinois, committed to making a difference.

We are seeking a full-time Master's Child Welfare Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities include providing a range of foster care and/or adoption services to children and families within state mandates, juvenile court directions, COA standards, program plans, and agency policy.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others, with career advantages including:

  • On-demand flexible paydays through Dayforce Wallet
  • A comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including healthcare insurance, paid time off, holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours
  • Paid training to learn, grow, and succeed

As a Master's Child Welfare Specialist, you will:

  • Provide and coordinate a continuum of case management services on all levels of the child welfare system to achieve permanency for children within their family of origin, extended family, or a foster/adoptive family
  • Perform tasks as required in the written service plan, engaging children and families in the process
  • Complete and submit reports, documentation, and billing accurately and timely as required by the agency and funding sources
  • Participate in the supervisory process for guidance, direction, support, and approval of decision making, assessment, service planning, and intervention
  • Present cases for staffing and conduct family-child meetings
  • Coordinate and collaborate with other service providers, schools, and healthcare facilities to promote the child(ren)'s well-being
  • Communicate with supervisor, work group, and collateral agencies regarding children's and/or family's status

Requirements include a Master's degree in social work or a related human services field, state licensing/certification as required by the State of Illinois and regulatory agencies, and training in KEEP and/or GenerationsPMTO or availability to participate in training, coaching, and fidelity to certification once hired. Excellent organization, presentation, and computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office, are also required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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