Child Welfare Resource Specialist

3 days ago

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Lutheran Social Services of Illinois Full time
Job Title: Child Welfare Resource Specialist

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 full-time Child Welfare Resource Specialist to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Child Welfare Resource Specialist will provide the full range of resource services to foster and/or adoptive families within state mandates, COA standards, agency policies, and program plans. This includes conducting in-depth assessments of prospective foster/adoptive families, participating in the planning and implementation of the recruitment plan for new foster homes, and completing and submitting all required reports and documentation accurately and timely.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct in-depth, mutual assessments of prospective foster/adoptive families to determine suitability for foster home licensing.
  • 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.
  • 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.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or degree in related human services field required.
  • Previous child welfare experience strongly desired.
  • State licensing/certification as required by the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS CWEL) required.
  • Experience working independently and as a member of a team, preferred.
  • Training in KEEP and/or GenerationsPMTO or availability to participate in training, coaching, and fidelity to certification once hired required.
  • Successful completion of CCS Bootcamp required.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both written and verbally.
  • Basic understanding of Word, Excel, SharePoint, etc. and willingness to learn other systems used by LSSI.
  • Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
  • Opportunity for advancement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.

LSSI is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We offer a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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