Child Welfare Specialist

At Chaddock, we are committed to creating a world where every child and family thrives. We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Foster Care Child Welfare Specialist to join our dedicated team. This role is essential in supporting children, biological families, and foster families through case management and social services to facilitate permanency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit court documents promptly, attend court hearings, and provide testimony as required.
• Develop comprehensive service plans, coordinate referrals, and assist clients in completing necessary tasks.
• Document all client interactions in SACWIS DCFS software, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct in-home and community visits to monitor the progress of biological parents and children in care, adhering to DCFS program guidelines.
• Monitor client well-being through an integrated health approach, making referrals when necessary.
• Assess safety and risk factors for children in substitute care.
• Coordinate and supervise visitation between children and their biological parents, including transportation.
• Collaborate with community service providers to arrange additional support as needed.
• Complete all required trainings through Chaddock and DCFS.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond appropriately to crisis situations.

Requirements:

• Education/Experience: A Bachelor’s degree is required. A degree in Human Services is preferred and highly valued. Experience in foster care or case management is beneficial.

Core Hours:

• Day shift with some evening hours required for travel and client visits.

Summary:
As a Foster Care Child Welfare Specialist at Chaddock, you will play a pivotal role in transforming lives by ensuring the safety, well-being, and permanency of children in foster care. This position requires strong organizational skills, effective time management, and the ability to multi-task while working independently. Success in this role depends on professionalism, attention to detail, and exceptional communication – both written and verbal. You will be part of a collaborative team that values respect, empathy, and proactive problem-solving. Our ideal candidate demonstrates a passion for working with children and families, a commitment to learning and growth, and the ability to foster positive relationships in a dynamic environment.

Join Chaddock and become part of a team dedicated to strengthening children and families. If you are driven by purpose and seek to make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

Let’s Make a Difference Together! Apply now and be part of a team that cares about making a positive impact every day.

Chaddock is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Salary : $24