Community Outreach Worker

Job Description

Job Description

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!Perks of Working at CYFS:37.5 hour work weekPaid Time Off:12 Paid Holidays 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)8 Paid Sick Days5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Educational Assistance:Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employerTuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their educationEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their familyImmediate community referrals to licensed counselors24/7 call line Tax consultation/financial resourcesDiscounted legal services and mediation servicesHealth and Wellness resourcesUse of agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement "Dress for your day" dress codeOpportunities for advancement and professional development.Supportive, inclusive, and strengths-focused cultureSalary:Starting at $55,047.29 (non-exempt)About the Position:Develop a supportive relationship with clients and assist children and families in addressing needs and meeting goals with the overall objective of achieving solutions that promote stability and permanency. A Typical Day as a Community Outreach Worker:Support children, teens, adults, and families that are experiencing crisisOffer families a variety of tools to help in their success by using a trauma-responsive and family-centered approachCollaborate with clients to develop strength's based goalsEngage with families and clients by visiting them in a variety of settings to support their goalsLocation:2610 W. Richwoods Blvd. Peoria, IL with willingness to travel and spend several hours in the field visiting client's homes, communities, and attending court. This office provides services to the following counties: Peoria, Woodford, Tazewell, and FultonWork Hours: Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families servedDoes the Following Apply to You?Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Service, or related fieldAdditional Qualifications: Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting Must be at least 21 years of age Obtain an insured vehicle At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license Additional Benefits:Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSADental and Vision Insurance401k plan with 4% employer matchEmployer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care PlanAbout The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS):(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of Central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change. The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.