Child Welfare Supervisor
Company: Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Location: Canton
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading
not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and
wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has
made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're
still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois,
continuing that commitment to making a difference.LSSI is hiring a
full-time Child Welfare Supervisor. Under the general supervision
of the program director, or designee, the prospective candidate
supervises a unit of child welfare specialists/caseworkers and
child welfare assistants/case aides providing child welfare
services which may include foster care, and services to intact
families.Benefits and Perks:LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this
rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping
make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these
career advantages:On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages
through an app called Dayforce Wallet.Competitive salary based upon
relevant education, experience and licensure.Salary
$58,500-$64,000/Year.Opportunity for advancement.Comprehensive
benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare
insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11
paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program,
and flexible hours.The paid training you need to learn, grow, and
succeed!Essential Functions:Direct supervision of a team of
casework staff to provide an array of services to achieve
permanency for children per the child/family service plan, policies
of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, the Illinois Department of
Children and Family Services, and the Council on
Accreditation.Supports staff, as needed, at: Court hearings;
Department Administrative Case Reviews; Child and Family Team
meetings; staffings; in-person contacts with children, biological
parents, or foster parents; etc.Assists in training casework staff
to ensure they possess the skills needed to perform their job
responsibilities.Maintain open communication with the Program
Director to ensure that information regarding both client and staff
status is regularly reported.Promotes working relationships with
community organizations, churches, funding bodies, and other
providers.Completes and submits all necessary reports, billing, and
documentation accurately and on time as required by LSSI and
funding sources.Commit to and actively participate in the
Continuous Quality Improvement Process; promote the integration of
Continuous Quality Improvement principles in service
provision.Transports clients as needed.Responds to client
emergencies as needed.Perform other related tasks as necessary or
as assigned. Position Qualifications:Master's degree in social
work, or a Master's degree in an approved human services field.A
minimum of 3 years' experience in social services (Child Welfare
preferred)A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
preferred.State licensing/certification requirements as required by
the State of Illinois and regulatory agencies, e.g. DCFS, DHS,
etc.Ability to pass required IDCFS Child Welfare Employee licensure
(CWEL) as a requirement for ongoing employment with LSSI.Submit to
fingerprinting and pass required background checks, including
CANTS, LEADS, Sexual Abuse Registry, Illinois State Police, and
FBI.Understanding of strengths-based, trauma informed interaction
with clients.Ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible
manner.Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural
differences present.Valid State of Illinois driver's license and
proof of automobile liability insurance & access to transportation
to make home visits, and transport clients.We are an equal
opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual
orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other
characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, Peoria , Child Welfare Supervisor, Other , Canton, Illinois
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