Advocacy Coordinator (Licensed)

Job Details Job Location: Calumet City, IL 60409 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $28.50 - $30.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Why MYSI Corporation? MYSI MISSION MYSI is dedicated to transforming lives by providing holistic care, promoting independence, and advocating for the well-being of vulnerable youth and their families. MYSI VISION We envision a world where every young person is equipped to transition into adulthood with the tools, skills, and resources needed to thrive. About MYSI Corporation: MYSI creates hope for children, young adults, and for individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve full independence and financial success by providing high quality housing, clinical case management, therapy, educational and employment support, life skills learning, and legal advocacy, empowering them to succeed. Within a therapeutic residential care setting, MYSI provides case management services for stabilization and family reunification, life skills development, recreational activities, and weekly support groups for clients aged 14 to 21. Program Overview: As an Advocacy Coordinator (Licensed) you will provide case management, serve as a positive role model, while assisting clients in making healthy life choices that promote favorable wellbeing outcomes. The Advocacy Coordinator will carry a caseload of clients and will formulate assessments(s) of the emotional, social and mental health needs of the youth, at the time of case assignment and will provide supplemental case management and face to face advocacy services. The ideal candidate must possess maturity, excellent written and oral communication skills, be flexible, and possess a DCFS Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL). Essential Functions: Responsible for complying with ongoing training per Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and other governing bodies. Provide casework services for each youth as they transition through the program, using counseling and other supportive methods, service plan formulation and implementation, and appropriate involvement with the natural family. Prepare records, reports, and file materials as required by DCFS. Attend court hearings, prepare and file all court documents within required timeframes including, but not limited to Administrative Case Review (ACR)/ Quarterly Discharge Planning/Child and Family Team Meetings (CFTM). Responsible for scheduling all medical appointments and transporting clients to and from residential settings. Manage many aspects of client’s lives with an emphasis placed on protecting their interests and well being. Conduct visits with youth that include the on going assessment of youth safety, permanency and well being. This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements. Travel on a regular basis to external parties and visit programs weekly. Maintain updated Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information Systems (SACWIS) and Uniform Incident Reports (UIR's). Complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications What you will bring to MYSI Corporation Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field of study with at least 2 years of professional case management experience in a residential, transitional or shelter care program, family welfare agency, or in related youth service programs. CWEL (permancy) - Child Welfare Employee Licensure Program. CERAP (Child Endangerment Risk Assessment Protocol) preferred. Strong technical and analytical skills, problem solving, conflict resolution and crisis management skills. Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams. Experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and/or other communities facing disparities. Ability to work with DCFS, courts, and other social service systems. Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of clients. Exercise discretion and independent judgment. Handle sensitive and confidential materials. Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task. Background Check Requirements: Must be able to successfully pass a background check as required by 89 Ill. Adm. Code 385 (Background Checks), submit fingerprinting and meet transportation requirements. Physical & Other Requirements: Valid driver's license and proof of valid auto insurance. Access to a vehicle for youth transportation and outreach counseling during scheduled work shift. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Job Type: Full-time (40hrs per week) Location - Chicago South Suburbs What's in it for you? Benefits: A commitment to work-life balance with 4 weeks paid time off with an increase in accrual based on seniority. 10 Paid Holidays, including 2 Floating Holidays. 403b Retirement Plan available. Employer-sponsored health insurance (HMO & PPO) and dental insurance. Employer-paid basic life insurance valued your annual salary up to $100K. AD&D and Short-term & Long-term disability; and more. Posting Statement MYSI Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, creed, 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. MYSI is committed to enhancing our diversity and demonstrating that commitment to our employees, customers, and community. MYSI promotes diversity by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment in which differences are respected, and all employees are treated fairly. Accessibility Notice: If you are a job seeker that requires reasonable accommodation to apply for the one of our job postings, you may contact us directly View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Mysi Corporation