Intact Family Recovery Worker Job Oak Brook area,Illinois USA,Social Work

Gain a meaningful career helping children and families thrive. If you have a desire to help others, this might be the place for you. Join our welcoming environment and make an impact!

The team at LCFS brings their best to the important work of strengthening families and building futures for children and parents. As a leading child welfare agency with 16 locations across Illinois, our mission is to nurture and strengthen children and families in need. Be a part of a team that is a leader in innovative best practice and strong child welfare outcomes!

Full

Time Employee Benefits

Professional Development/ Training and Support

Health and Wellness

Work/Life Balance

Life Insurance & Disability Insurance

Employee Recognition/Staff Engagement

Tuition Assistance/ Reimbursement Program (up to $3,000/year after first year of employment)
Employer paid licensure for LCSW and LCPC
University tuition discount available upon hire:
Chamberlain University: 10% discount
Lewis University: 20% discount
National Louis University: 10% discount
Extensive Leadership Training and Professional Development Classes
LGBTQ+ Training
Supervisory support
Public Loan Forgiveness Organization

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCFS is an equal opportunity employer and consideration for employment is made without regard to: race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Position: Intact Family Recovery Worker

Location: Oak Brook, IL

Job : 2031

# of Openings: 1

Effective Date: March 1, 2024

NON-MANAGEMENT JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Intact Family Recovery Worker

Exempt/Non-exempt: NON-EXEMPT

Immediate Supervisor: Program Manager

Compensation Range: $52,416 - $57,416

Essential Functions

Primarily responsible for providing support and assistance to families where the mother requires immediate substance abuse treatment, ensuring access to appropriate resources and services.

Conduct comprehensive assessments of families referred by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to determine their needs and strengths.

Collaborate with Rincon Family Services and other treatment providers to facilitate the mother's enrollment in intensive substance abuse treatment programs, including in-patient care.

Coordinate transportation and logistics for children to remain with their family while the mother is in treatment, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Offer counseling and emotional support to family members, including children, to help them cope with the challenges and stressors associated with substance abuse and recovery.

Develop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with families, addressing their unique needs and goals for recovery and family stability.

Conduct regular check‑ins and follow‑up visits with families to monitor their progress, provide ongoing support, and address any emerging issues or concerns.

Advocate on behalf of families to ensure access to necessary resources and services, including housing assistance, childcare, medical care, and legal support.

Collaborate with DCFS caseworkers, healthcare providers, legal advocates, and other professionals involved in the care of the family to ensure coordinated and comprehensive support.

Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation of all interactions, assessments, service plans, and progress towards goals, in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

Participate in regular team meetings, case conferences, and trainings to enhance professional development and ensure effective coordination of services.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Ability Requirements:

Thorough understanding of substance abuse disorders, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.
Knowledge of child welfare and family support services, including relevant laws, regulations, and best practices.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building rapport with families, collaborating with stakeholders, and advocating on behalf of clients.
Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, develop service plans, and implement interventions tailored to the needs of each family.
Proficiency in crisis intervention, conflict…