Community Outreach On-Call Advocate - Macomb

Job Description

Job Description

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!Perks of Working at CYFS:Paid Time Off Available Financial Incentives: Employee Referral ProgramEducational 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 reimbursementAbility to contribute to 401KAgency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement "Dress for your day" dress codeOpportunities for advancement and professional development.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 On-Call Advocate:Work with children, teens, adults, and families who are experiencing crisisProvide positive intervention, stabilization, de-escalation, and conflict management using a trauma-informed and family centered approach.Document all services delivered to track client progress and plan for achievement of established goals.Location:123 S. McArthur St. Macomb, 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: Hancock, McDonough, and FultonWork Hours:Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families servedDoes the Following Apply to You?High School Diploma or GEDChild Welfare Experience (preferred)Additional 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 licenseAbout 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.For information on The Center for Youth and Family Solutions, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at 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.