Foster Care Treatment Coordinator

Job Details:Level: Experienced Location: Homewood, IL 60430 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary: $48,500/year Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Position Summary Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. It works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community. Responsibilities Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Provides case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served. Travels daily to provide community‑based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements. Completes all required documentation and training in a timely manner. Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family in the community, including mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services. Regularly reviews and modifies youth‑based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals. Establishes and maintains strong relationships with assigned foster parents and families of origin. Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan. Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis. Actively participates in the weekly supervision process. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution. Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) preferred. 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred. A willingness to work flexible and non‑traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served. Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers. Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function. Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others. Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds. Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Driving and Vehicle Requirements Valid driver’s license. Reliable personal transportation. Good driving record. Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family; 22 days off each year; 11 paid holidays per year; 401(k); tuition assistance; flexible schedule. Equal Opportunity Statement Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. We do not discriminate on any protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Youth Advocate Program