Group & Community Engagement Specialist

Position: Group & Community Engagement Specialist
Department: CCBYS (Comprehensive Community-Based Youth Services)
Compensation $23-$24.04/ hourly. Location: Danville, Illinois
Reports To: Program Supervisor

SUMMARY

The Group & Community Engagement Specialist plays a vital role in engaging youth and families through structured group sessions, one-on-one support, and community-based programming. This position maintains a manageable caseload, delivers youth-focused group sessions in school and community settings, and supports ongoing engagement through activities and family events.

The Specialist also facilitates group intakes, manages documentation, collaborates with community partners, and contributes to program improvement through youth feedback and participation in peer observations. This role may also provide crisis response backup and represent the program at community events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain an active caseload of approximately 15-20 participants , adjusting as directed by the Program Supervisor.
• Organize and facilitate group sessions within schools and community settings.
• Conduct group intakes and ensure accurate and timely participant documentation .
• Plan and execute program-hosted activities and family engagement events .
• Collaborate closely with community partners to strengthen outreach and participant support.
• Provide backup crisis response assistance as needed.
• Participate in peer session observations to support continuous quality improvement.
• Attend community partner events and represent the program with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Collect and analyze Youth Satisfaction Surveys to inform service enhancements.

TRAINING and Education REQUIREMENTS

• Complete all Core Curriculum training(s) required for the position.
• Comply with Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) program standards and requirements for CCBYS .
• Fulfill all state-mandated reporting laws and maintain compliance with federal and agency training standards.
• Attend required meetings, workshops, and professional development opportunities as assigned.
• Bachelors Degree with a Human Services Focus is required.

TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE COMMITMENT

All team members are expected to incorporate the Five S's of Trauma-Informed Care into their daily practice:

1. Safety - Ensuring physical and emotional safety for clients and staff.
2. Self-Regulation - Managing one's own emotions to support effective client interactions.
3. Supportiveness - Building relationships rooted in respect and compassion.
4. Strengths - Identifying and reinforcing the positive attributes of each client.
5. Self-Care - Maintaining wellness and managing secondary stress responses.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay: $23-$24.04 hourly - non-exempt
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts on services such as cell phones, restaurants, and more