Foster Care Case Aide

Foster Care Case Aide - Urgently Hiring!

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Location: Joliet, IL, 60432

We are seeking a Foster Care Case Aide to provide assistance to caseworkers as directed by the supervisor/director. The ideal candidate will have experience in foster care and be able to provide transportation, monitor visits, and file/organize case records.

• Provide assistance to caseworkers as directed by the supervisor/director that includes but is not limited to transportation, monitoring visits and case record filing/organizing.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and current service reports/case notes as it relates to monitoring visits (sibling visits, visits with biological parents).
• Prepare such records, reports, and file materials as required by DCFS.
• Submit reports/detailed documentation as required by the program supervisor/director.
• Perform on-call duties as needed to carry out the responsibilities of the Foster Care Program.
• Communicate problems and issues within the department to the program supervisor.
• Assist GACS administration in any investigation against conduct that is illegal.
• Complete all mandatory agency and job specific training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Attend required staff meetings, agency meetings, and such other meetings as requested by the Program Supervisor.

• Valid Illinois driver's license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work with DCFS, courts, and other social service systems.
• Access to a vehicle for client transportation and outreach counseling when an agency vehicle is not available, and proof of personal auto insurance.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural and socio economic characteristics of persons served.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Other

• Non-profit Organizations

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