Fam Team Facilitator- Ccn

Description

The Family Team Facilitator collaborates with youth, families, and informal/formal supports to identify individualized needs for youth dually-involved in the Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice systems and develop a plan of care to meet those needs. Facilitators should display effective inter-personal skills, a dedication to helping youth and families reach their goals, and a strong attention to detail in the coordination of services and care.

SGA provides a wide range of social services in some of Chicago's most challenged and consistently underservedcommunities, and creates long-term and community-wide change.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Manage and maintain a maximum caseload of 13 youth, ages 11-19, whom are in DCFS care and justice involved.
• Display effective inter-personal skills, a dedication to helping youth and families reach their goals, and a strong attention to detail in the coordination of services and care.
• Collaborate with youth, families, and informal/formal supports to identify individualized needs for youth dually-involved in the Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice systems and develop a plan of care to meet those needs.
• Utilize effective interpersonal skills to engage youth, their support system, child welfare Caseworker, and
• other service providers in an introductory meeting, youth meetings and ongoing family team meetings.
• Complete a strength-based assessment of all life domains identifying both strengths and needs
• Facilitate and lead the Family Team in all meetings, ensuring the youth and family voice is heard and respected by all team members.
• In collaboration with the Family Team, develops a comprehensive plan of care, assigning responsibilities to each team member, to address needs including both non-traditional services and evidence-based treatments, as appropriate.
• Guide the team to adjust the plan to address any anticipated crisis situation.
• Provide consultation and support to the Family Team in the implementation of the plan of care and
• monitoring the progress toward goal achievement.
• Advocate for the youth and family, especially around meeting their needs in the least restrictive setting possible.
• Maintain all administrative tasks in a timely manner through Google Drive, ETO case notes (the data management system) and on-site case file.
• Adhere to the fidelity of Wraparound facilitation, as taught during on-the-job training.
• Home visits and meetings with youth/families within their community (Cook or Lake County) is required.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain up to date knowledge of DCFS policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related program, preferred

Experience:

• Experience coordinating care and/or working with youth and families on a direct service level.
• Basic knowledge of the Illinois child welfare and juvenile justice systems; knowledge of local resources and service providers is preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations and in diverse communities Other:
• Strong collaborative, relationship building, and communication skills to effectively resolve Problems, achieve goals, and meet deliverables.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity is required. Ability to communicate and cooperate with diverse families, various professionals and community groups.
• Assertive personality that is willing to follow up with non-engaged youth, family, and supports to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness. ? Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows and internet proficiency, including the use of Google Drive applications. ? Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and ensure confidentiality.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Ability to work varying hours Monday - Friday, Schedule may include some evenings and weekends.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required for work related travel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to remain stationary 50% of the time.
• Must be able to frequently move inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to transport oneself to and from home visits.
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs.
• Constantly moves to assist during program activities.
• At times it may be required to lift up to 25 lbs. for various needs.
• Frequently moves in outdoor weather conditions.

STATUS: $52,416 annually

FULL-TIME BENEFITS ELIGIBLE

BENEFITS

Eligible employees receive a…