What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child and Family Team Meeting Facilitator position at Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley?
THIS POSITION CAN BE OUT OF OTTAWA, PRINCETON, CRYSTAL LAKE, AURORA, ROCKFORD... Potential to go FULLY remote after 90 days!
POSITION: Child and Family Finding Team Facilitator
QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in social work, psychology, education or related field. Previous experience and knowledge of Child Welfare and Licensure processes a MUST. Sensitivity and responsiveness to the cultural differences of individuals and families in groups outside one's own.
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt, Full-Time
REPORTS TO: Director of Child Welfare
Summary: In coordination with the Family Finding and Child Welfare Director, the Family Finding Facilitator will hold Child and Family Team Meetings to establish a strong plan for permanency for clients.
I. Duties:
· Oversees Adolescent Mentor position
· Prep notes and facilitate Child and Family Team Meetings (CFTMs).
· Track when CFTMs are needed
· Holds 3-5 CFTM’s per day, ALL VIA Teams or Zoom (no in-person).
· Facilitates meetings with Caseworkers on client cases to identify needs.
· After CFTM, must write a case note
· Maintains professional boundaries:
· Treats all program participants and families equally.
· Follows agency and program procedures regarding interactions with participants and their families.
· Maintains confidentiality of participant/agency information.
· Demonstrates professional, assertive communication skills with participants, co-workers and supervisor.
· Understands and supports program goals/agency mission.
· Has read and understands policies and procedures related to position
· Establishes/develops/maintains relationships with local community resources on behalf of the community committee.
II. Other Duties
● Actively participates in YSBIV's Continuous Quality Improvement program (CQI).
III. Core Competencies:
● Ability to relate and engage families
● Timely
● Patience
● Child Development
● Strong conflict resolution skills
● Strong written and verbal communication skills
● Excellent organizational skills
● Proficient critical thinking skills
* Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley believes that all people deserve inclusivity, fairness, and justice. We believe that both the success of our team and the wellness of our community is strongest by recognizing the qualities that make each person unique, including race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity and other identities. The YSB team values and respects each other and our community as we proudly serve.
Salary : $63,000
