Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Family Case Manager Foster Care, Masters
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, Aurora, Illinois, United States, 60505
Family Case Manager Foster Care, Masters
Responsible for providing the full 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. Base Pay Range
$65,000 - $68,000 per year. Benefits and Perks
On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through Dayforce Wallet. 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. The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed. The opportunity to become a part of a fantastic team of Child Welfare professionals. Essential Functions
Provide and coordinate a continuum of case management services on all levels of the child welfare system designed to achieve permanency for children within their family of origin, extended family, or a foster/adoptive family. Perform all tasks as required in the written service plan that is based upon the comprehensive, integrated assessment engaging children and families in the process. Complete and submit all reports, documentation, and billing accurately and timely as required by the agency and funding sources. Respond in person to client emergencies 24‑hours‑a‑day, attend court hearings, and ACRs. Ensure productivity requirements established by the Program Director or designee are met. 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 health care 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. Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner. Position Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work or other related human services field required. State licensing/certification as required by the State of Illinois and regulatory agencies, including Department of Children and Family Services and the Department of Mental Health. Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required. Minimum of two (2) years of related experience required. 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. Successful completion of Client‑Centered Service Planning and Aftercare Planning Training required. Successful completion of five (5) of the following required: LSSI/COY Trauma Training Client‑Centered Specialized Casework Training DCFS Adoption & Guardianship Training Co‑Occurring Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Training Reunifying Families Training DCFS: Child and Family Meeting Training Ethics Training Family Engagement: Partnering with Families to Improve Child Welfare Outcomes UCAN‑Teen Pregnant Services Network‑Pregnancy Prevention, Family Planning, Preparation for Parenthood training. Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software. Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensive manner, verbally and written. Capacity to understand and empathize with the cultural, psychological and practical needs of the clients that the agency serves. Valid driver’s license in good standing required for the state of residency. Access to reliable transportation for meetings, home visits, and to transport clients as needed. Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required. 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, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Responsible for providing the full 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. Base Pay Range
$65,000 - $68,000 per year. Benefits and Perks
On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through Dayforce Wallet. 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. The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed. The opportunity to become a part of a fantastic team of Child Welfare professionals. Essential Functions
Provide and coordinate a continuum of case management services on all levels of the child welfare system designed to achieve permanency for children within their family of origin, extended family, or a foster/adoptive family. Perform all tasks as required in the written service plan that is based upon the comprehensive, integrated assessment engaging children and families in the process. Complete and submit all reports, documentation, and billing accurately and timely as required by the agency and funding sources. Respond in person to client emergencies 24‑hours‑a‑day, attend court hearings, and ACRs. Ensure productivity requirements established by the Program Director or designee are met. 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 health care 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. Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner. Position Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work or other related human services field required. State licensing/certification as required by the State of Illinois and regulatory agencies, including Department of Children and Family Services and the Department of Mental Health. Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required. Minimum of two (2) years of related experience required. 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. Successful completion of Client‑Centered Service Planning and Aftercare Planning Training required. Successful completion of five (5) of the following required: LSSI/COY Trauma Training Client‑Centered Specialized Casework Training DCFS Adoption & Guardianship Training Co‑Occurring Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Training Reunifying Families Training DCFS: Child and Family Meeting Training Ethics Training Family Engagement: Partnering with Families to Improve Child Welfare Outcomes UCAN‑Teen Pregnant Services Network‑Pregnancy Prevention, Family Planning, Preparation for Parenthood training. Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software. Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensive manner, verbally and written. Capacity to understand and empathize with the cultural, psychological and practical needs of the clients that the agency serves. Valid driver’s license in good standing required for the state of residency. Access to reliable transportation for meetings, home visits, and to transport clients as needed. Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required. 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, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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