Intact Family Support Specialist - Kenwood, IL

Brief Overview

Intact Family Support Specialist provides support to the Intact Casework team who provide in-home services while assessing child and family safety. Role Requires travel, good observation, and family engagement skills. Family Support Specialist's tasks include use of the SACWICS data system, supporting the case management staff in coordinating and facilitating services to community resources, crisis intervention services, assist families in locating employment, housing, daycare, and assistance with meeting basic needs.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Human Services or related field
• 0-2 minimum years of experience

Additional Requirements

• 40 hours plus evenings and weekends as needed to assist with crisis and program needs.
• Auto Insurance
• Drivers License
• Physical Exam/TB
• Reliable transportation large enough to transport sibling groups also required as 50% travel weekly

Job Functions

• Family Support Specialists support case management staff assist in arranging and/or provides transportation for families, such as school appointments, medical appointments, etc.
• Family Support Specialists will be required to model appropriate parenting interaction and may train on the Nurturing Parent Program Model.
• Must Pass SBC. Family Support Specialist will assist in record maintenance and security to ensure client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Ability to function well in a team environment and work well with outside collaterals.
• Ability to follow instructions in specific projects possess sound organizational, interpersonal, and effective communication skills: verbal, written, and listening.
• Demonstrate documentation, presentation skills, problem-solving techniques, and the ability to build professional relationships.
• The position will cover Cook County within 9 months

ONE HOPE UNITED VALUES:

• Do the Right Thing | We serve the best interest of our clients and staff. We act mindfully and responsibly, honoring our commitments. We’re willing to challenge the status quo.
• Fully Contribute | We bring our presence, passion, and ideas to every interaction, and we respect differing views and backgrounds so that others can do the same.
• Empower One Another | We collaborate with, care for, and encourage each other toward greater impact, treating everyone with dignity and respect
• Turn Hope into Action | We believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. We advocate for those in need and do what it takes to build a better future for all.
• Seek Impact Every Day | We make things happen and make them count. We leverage all our resources and make data-informed decisions for maximum, sustainable results.
• Always Keep Improving | We pursue excellence in an atmosphere of innovation. We embrace change, take prudent risks, learn from failure, and recognize success.

We Invest in You

• Tuition assistance up to $2500 per year
• Up to 4 weeks paid Vacation Days; up to 6 paid Personal Days and up to 5 paid Sick days annually
• Medical, dental, vision, 403b Retirement, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and short-term disability options
• Agency paid life up to $50K based on salary
• Voluntary Supplemental Life for Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)
• Voluntary Legal Plans
• Agency paid long term after 1 year of employment
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Free LCSW and LCPC Supervision hours available in some locations

A Different Kind Of Employer One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?

• 800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida
• Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency- strong since 1895
• Energetic leadership and a rich community of support

One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Related Key Words: Family Support, Counseling, Social Work, Case Loads, Community Based, School, Court, Hospitals