INTAKE SPECIALIST

WHO WE ARE :

Annually serving over 1,400 youth and families, Lawrence Hall is a community-based organization committed to helping Chicago's youth, families, and communities heal from the adverse effects of childhood trauma. For more than 150 years, Lawrence Hall has been delivering high-quality care throughout the Chicago metropolitan area and is a statewide leader in highly effective, evidence-based, and innovative therapeutic treatment. Their core programs-Child and Family Treatment Center, Therapeutic Day School, Creative Therapies, Foster Care, Transitional / Independent Living Program, Workforce Development, and Community Wellness-have met the changing and complex needs of youth and families by not only becoming more community based, but also by developing more preventative programs that help curb violence in Chicago's communities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Intake Specialist is responsible for receiving, assessing, and processing referrals for youth and families entering the foster care system, including both traditional and specialized foster care placements. This role involves conducting initial home visits, gathering necessary information, and establishing a positive rapport with youth and their families. The Intake Specialist ensures that all intake procedures are followed, documents are completed, and services are properly initiated to support the well-being of children in foster care. Establishes rapport with members of the foster care team to ensure appropriate transitions.

Must be able to effectively use verbal intervention skills with youth and adults. Flexible schedule required as this position may require work outside of normal business hours occasionally to meet the schedules of working foster parents.

Lawrence Hall fosters a culture built upon four core values : Respect, Empowerment, Safety, and Teamwork. These values are deeply embedded within our organization's philosophy of trauma-informed care and directly influence every position.

The position is located at 400 W. 76th Street, Chicago Illinois, 60628. Hybrid role after a minimum of 90 days 100% in office for onboarding and training requirements. Flexible schedule to be able to prioritize and meet with your around the school schedule and foster parents around their work schedule

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Intake and Case Processing :

Respond to calls from the DCFS (Department of Children and Family Services) case assignment unit regarding new youth referrals.

Contact the assigned foster parent to schedule a initial visit with the youth and family.

Complete all intake-related paperwork, including the service plan, visitation plan, and visit notes.Ensure all signed intake documents are collected, reviewed, and stored properly.

Ensure that updated photos of youth are uploaded to SACWIS for all intakes and transfers.

Assist in family finding efforts to identify potential family members or resources for the youth, as needed.

Complete and process any necessary fund requests related to the youth's intake or placement needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

COMPENSATION :

Compensation is determined by a set base salary for each position, with additional compensation considered based on relevant education and experience. For this position, a candidate with a bachelor's degree starts at $53,800. A master's degree candidate starts at $55,800. Offer increases dependent on additional education and years of experience ranging from $53,800-$60,000.

Benefits and Perks that Support You

Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the necessary skills and abilities. Lawrence Hall encourages you to apply even if you do not have experience in all areas of essential functions. We look forward to your application.

This position meets the FLSA requirements for Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V

All offers of employment at Lawrence Hall are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check in accordance with DCFS policy, including :

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