Job description

Department: Child Welfare
Location: Bellwood

Schedule: Days vary, 4:00pm-Midnight, must require weekends and overnight
Position Overview

Under the direction of the House Manager, the Youth Care Worker assists adolescent wards of the state with preparing for adulthood by providing counseling, employment assistance, and educational/life skills training. A Youth Care Worker refers residents for services, as needed; collaborate with case managers in reviewing and planning individual service plans; and provide transportation, as needed.
Knowledgeable of DCFS policies, procedures, and regulations is an asset.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree or at least 60 hours of college credits
• One year's experience working with high-risk adolescents, preferably in a residential setting
• Valid driver's license
• Clear driving record
• Reliable transportation_ (proof of insurance may be needed)_

Benefits, Full-time:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability options
• 403(b) Retirement
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

COVID-19 Policy: In compliance with Illinois Executive Order, Youth Outreach Services is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against or an approved exemption. Approved exemptions will require weekly testing for COVID-19.

Job Type: Part-time

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