Association is a not-for-profit, multi-service child welfare agency that was established in 1897. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefit package and a generous educational assistance plan.

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The Following Positions Are Currently Available:

SOCIAL SERVICES: MENTOR
We are seeking a Part-Time mentor for our Community Support Program. Candidate will work intensively with individual and/or small groups of children and their families providing a positive role model and "someone to talk to". This position offers flexible Part-Time hours. BS in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Services field and two years progressively responsible social services experience required. Per DCFS requirements, candidate must be at least 21 years of age with a valid driver's license and good driving record.

SOCIAL SERVICES: YOUTH CARE WORKER (aka MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST)
We are seeking Mental Health Specialists to work Third Shift (11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m.). Previous experience in a residential/educational setting preferred. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or related field or 5 years of equivalent experience. Per DCFS regulations, must be at least 21 years of age; have a good driver's license with good driving record.

SOCIAL SERVICES: YOUTH CARE WORKER (aka MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST)
We are seeking Full-Time rotating second shift Mental Health Specialist to work actively with "at risk" children and adolescents within our Residential Units. Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related Human Service field, or 5 years of related equivalent social service experience. Per DCFS regulations, must have valid driver's license with good driving record and be at least 21 years of age.

SOCIAL SERVICES: THERAPIST
We are seeking a Therapist who will perform individual, group, marital, family and multi-family group therapy; ensuring clinical requirements of individual treatment plans are being met. Therapist will work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Required: Masters Degree in Social Work or Psychology. Desired: LCSW or LCPC. Competitive salary/benefits.

SOCIAL SERVICES:  CASE SPECIALIST
We currently have an opening for a Full-Time Case Specialist to coordinate contact between clients and all outside agencies; act as liaison between assigned clients, clients’ families, guardians, referral sources and other individuals involved in the treatment of clients.  Prepare and present required reports; ensure all relevant parties are informed of clients’ needs, goals and treatment progress on a timely basis.  Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field, two years related experience, valid Driver’s License with good driving record, and experience working with state agencies such as DCFS and DMH.

SOCIAL SERVICES: INTAKE SPECIALIST (Bi-Lingual Preferred)
We currently have openings for a Full-Time Intake Specialist to assist the Intake Coordinator with day-to-day Intake responsibilities. Requires Bachelor or Master Degree in Social Work or related Human Services field, three years related experience, working knowledge of DCFS and DHS procedures, valid driver's license with good driving record.

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