Family Case Manager, IFR

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), a leading nonprofit organization with over 150 years of service, invites applications for a full‑time IFR Specialist. The position requires Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, and focuses on providing casework services to ensure the safety and well‑being of children by supporting families to meet minimum parenting standards.

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through the Dayforce Wallet app.
• Competitive salary based on education, experience, and licensure (USD 50,000‑55,000 annually).
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees, including 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.
• Paid training to learn, grow, and succeed.

• Provide casework through professional assessment of family problems and the provision of necessary services within agency policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform all tasks as required in written service plans based on comprehensive, integrated assessment, engaging children and families in the process.
• Complete and submit all required reports, documentation, and billing accurately and timely as required by the agency and funding sources.
• Participate in the supervisory process for guidance, direction, support, and approval of decision‑making, assessment, service planning, and intervention.
• Present cases for staffing and conduct family‑child team meetings.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other service providers, schools, and healthcare facilities to promote child well‑being, including partnership with AOD partners on each team.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or another related human services field required.
• Child Welfare Specialist Licensure in Illinois required or must be obtained after hiring.
• Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Training in KEEP and/or Generations
  
  PMTO or availability to participate in training, coaching, and fidelity to certification once hired required.
• Successful completion of CCS Bootcamp required.
• Successful completion of Client‑Centered Service Planning and Aftercare Planning Training preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, presentation, and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other related software.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and follow instructions, perform varied assigned tasks while maintaining an appropriate work pace.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing for the state of residence required.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Valid Illinois statutory minimum liability insurance coverage (bodily injury and property damage) required.