Case Assistant, Foster Care

The Baby Fold•Normal, IL

31d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Baby Fold has been successfully wrapping services around children and families since 1902, offering life-critical support such as foster care, special education, early childhood programming, and post-adoption support. The Baby Fold is a unique resources with a strong and enduring heritage. We care for our youngest citizens so they can be blessed with loving homes, stable lives, and the futures they deserve. SUMMARY: The Foster Care Case Assistant is a full time, onsite, hourly role (37.5+ hours per week) Mon-Fri with extensive field work required. Must be available evenings and potential need for some weekend work to meet needs of familes we serve. The Case Assistant works with Child Welfare Specialists and Supervisors to provide supervision of parent/child visits, transportation, advocacy and support for children and families served by The Baby Fold’s foster care programs. Opportunities for advancement available and encouraged. Works daily with Child Welfare Specialists and Supervisors to provide supervision, transportation, advocacy and support for children and families served by The Baby Fold’s foster care programs. Pay: $19 - $23/hour, 37.5 hr+ work week Location: 1500 Fort Jesse Rd, Normal

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred.
One year of experience working with children strongly preferred.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Must meet background check requirements.

Responsibilities

Family-Based Services: Works with caseworkers to facilitate family visitation and other services for children and families in the foster care triad. Serves as an appropriate parental role model for family members during visits. Ensures safety and well-being of children through constant supervision. Provides child care for agency-sponsored support groups and training sessions. Provides support for the educational and recreational needs of clients, as needed.
Transportation: Provides transportation for children and/or family members to family visits, approved activities, court and other appointments, as assigned.
Recordkeeping: Completes family visiting records, case notes, and other required documentation
Crisis Intervention: Ensures that children’s’ needs are met and children are protected in crisis situations by following appropriate procedures and notifying appropriate personnel in emergencies. May attend to sick children, seek medical treatment as needed, and provide supervision to children needing emergency care or physical examinations as appropriate.
Statement of Inclusion: The Baby Fold is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion, where each individual feels empowered and where our differences are celebrated. We encourage each other to engage in meaningful conversations, seek out different perspectives, and continually work to cultivate an environment where all ideas are valued.