Permanency Worker

Make a lasting difference as a Permanency Worker!

The Permanency Worker is structured as a 2-part role. This employee will carry full case management for cases with goals of substitute care, adoption, or guardianship, and completing adoption and guardianship subsidies for children in the Princeton, Ottawa, and Aurora areas.

*This role does involve a large amount of driving and requires a reliable vehicle with liability coverage limits: bodily injury $100,000 each person / $300,000 each accident, and property damage $50,000 for each accident.

You will be required to obtain this insurance coverage within 30 days of hire. Agency vehicles are available but not guaranteed.

Qualifications:

21 years old

Valid driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field

Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL)

Experience with children

Experience facilitating meetings

Organized, adaptable, and independent

Proficient in communication (verbal and written)

Knowledge of basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook email, typing)

Duties :

Full case management for goals other than reunification

Writing subsidies and ensuring completion of all items necessary for subsidy submission

• •May carry reunification cases
• as needed/when required by supervisor

Obtain subsidy signatures in person

Attend DCFS adoption meetings

Core Competencies:

Sensitivity to all cultures

Great attention to detail and organization

Ability to learn and use new skills

Stay informed of current developments

Follow policy and procedure

*Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley believes that all people deserve inclusivity, fairness, and justice . We believe that both the success of our team and the wellness of our community is strongest by recognizing the qualities that make each person unique, including race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity and other identities . The YSB team values and respects each other and our community as we proudly serve.