Child Welfare Specialist - Bilingual

Overview

CYN Counseling Center

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children and families? Do you want to be a part of an organization growing to meet the increasing mental health needs in our community? If so, CYN Counseling Center may be the perfect fit for you! We are a nonprofit, community-based counseling agency that offers therapy, case management, crisis intervention, and community education to people of all ages.

For over forty years, CYN's collaborative team has provided critical services that change the lives of thousands.

We are currently seeking a Child Welfare Specialist (Bilingual) to add to our team! A successful employee in this role provides home based services for clients as per DCFS rules and procedures and direct services which may include, but are not limited to, teaching basic child care, nutrition, substance abuse treatment and education, meal planning, and more. In addition, our Child Welfare Specialist (Bilingual) will maintain contact with appropriate DCFS personnel assigned to their cases, attend specific staffing's as scheduled, completed required documentation and trainings, and more.

Must be fully bilingual in English/Spanish.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited university in Social Work or similar field.
• At least two years social welfare experience.
• MUST be fully bilingual in English/Spanish
• Must be licensed as a child welfare specialist or attain license through DCFS training within the first 3 months of employment.