Child Welfare Supervisor IFR

Description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities.

For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a full-time Child Welfare Supervisor IFR , Monday through Friday from 9amto5pm.Supervises a unit of Child Welfare Specialist 's providing child welfare services for families reported to DCFS for the birth of substance-exposed infant, or where substance abuse is a barrier to child safety or well-being.

Benefits and Perks :

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others,as well as these career advantages :

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Salary $70,000-$80,000 / Annually.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions :

• Supervises Child Welfare Specialists to provide an array of services to achieve permanency for children per service plan and policies of agency, accreditation, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure job duties of the team and direct reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure productivity requirements as established by the Program Director or designee are met.
• Community with Program Director, work group, and collateral agencies regarding children's and / or family's status.
• Complete and submit all necessary reports, billing, and documentation accurately and on time as required by agency and funding sources.

Position Qualifications :

• Masters in social work or other related human service field required.
• Previous supervisory experience required.
• Three years' experience in social services required.
• State licensing / certification as required by the State of Illinois and regulatory agencies (i.e. DCFS, DHS, etc.)
• Background check clearance in both criminal and CANTS required.
• Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc / computer skills (including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and follow instructions; perform complex and varied assigned tasks while maintaining an appropriate work pace.
• Ability to relate to others, influence people, make decisions, plan, direct and / or control work.
• Illinois driver's license in good standing is required. Access to reliable transportation required for visits and to transport clients to and from appointments.
• Valid Illinois statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.