Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

About the role

LSSI is hiring a full-time Intact Family Recovery Specialist, Monday through Friday. Provides the full casework services to assure the safety and well-being of children by assisting families to meet minimum parenting standards. Ensures service provision is in compliance with state mandates, COA standards, agency policies, and program plans. Families served have been reported to DCFS for giving birth to a substance-exposed infant, or those with significant substance use history that may be a significant barrier to child safety or well-being.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or other related human services field required.
• Child Welfare Specialist Licensure in the State of Illinois is required or must be obtained after hiring.
• 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.
• Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint), along with other related software.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and follow instructions, perform varied assigned tasks while maintaining an appropriate work pace.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
• Access to reliable transportation required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Successful completion of Client-Centered Service Planning and Aftercare Planning Training preferred.

Benefits