What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Welfare Specialist position at iQuasar LLC?
One of our clients in Chicago, IL needs a Child Welfare Specialist for a full-time position.
- Position: Child Welfare Specialist
- Location: Chicago, IL
- Schedule: Monday-Friday (8 hours/day)
Responsibilities:
- Provide case management services to children in placement, families, and foster parents, including placement, visitation, and service coordination according to the Client Service Plan.
- Conduct face-to-face visits with foster caretakers to monitor home environments and provide supportive services.
- Collaborate with families and supervisors to develop and present Client Service Plans at Administrative Case Reviews.
- Attend court hearings and report on case status and progress.
- Maintain contact with educational, medical, and service providers, integrating information to inform case recommendations.
- Perform diligent searches for missing parents and engage them when located.
- Document all case activities and submit timely reports for juvenile court and administrative reviews.
- Utilize trauma-informed practices to support healing and recovery while respecting confidentiality.
- Engage caregivers and family members, sharing strengths and challenges faced by young people.
- Provide support to foster parents and comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Participate in regular supervision and ongoing training related to trauma-informed care.
- Work effectively in a culturally diverse environment and contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in human services (preferably social work).
- Child Welfare Employee Licensure at hire or completion of Foundations Training Program and passing the Licensure Exam (including CERAP).
- Must meet Foster Care Licensing standards (Rule 402) within three months of employment.
- Knowledge of childhood trauma and experience with youth and families affected by trauma preferred.
- Understanding youth development and positive youth development approaches preferred.
- Valid Illinois Driver's License, access to a personal vehicle, and proof of insurance.
- No history of child abuse or neglect.
