Child Welfare Supervisor

One Family Illinois•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

One Family Illinois is committed to keeping brothers and sisters in foster care together by providing safe, stable, and loving homes through an innovative approach to traditional foster care. Its model provides a private, single-family home, access to a community center, and support from professionally trained Foster Parents and staff. The Child Welfare Supervisor provides direct supervision to case management staff and ensures quality services for children, foster parents, and biological families in pursuit of each case goal. The role supervises child welfare programs and services, coordinates with public agencies and community partners, and ensures compliance with DCFS requirements and applicable laws. The position also performs on-call duties as needed and requires flexible hours.

Requirements

MSW or another relevant DCFS-approved master's degree.
Three years of direct-service child welfare experience and one year of experience supervising child welfare staff; or five years of direct-service child welfare experience and proven leadership skills.
DCFS Child Welfare Employee Licensure (CWEL) required.
Ability to pass the DCFS-required criminal background check, including CANTS/SACWIS and SORS.
Ability to provide the required DCFS Medical Report and TB test.
Valid Illinois driver's license with an acceptable driving record, insurance, and reliable transportation.
Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of clients and staff.
Ability to relate to agency staff and the public in a courteous and professional manner.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials.
Reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to work in an alcohol-, tobacco-, and drug-free environment.
Commitment to One Family Illinois' mission, vision, and values.

Nice To Haves

DCFS 402 licensure, or ability to pass the 402 licensure test within three months of employment.
Experience in behavior management programs and needs assessment.
Ability to work with DCFS, courts, and other social service systems.

Responsibilities

Supervise child welfare services, including intake, case management, and foster home placements, while monitoring clinical and legal services.
Work with the Village Director and other supervisory staff to develop and implement programs that ensure necessary services are provided to children and families.
Provide regularly scheduled and documented supervision to case management staff.
Ensure complete, accurate, and current documentation is maintained for all children served by One Family Illinois.
Conduct quarterly file reviews.
Facilitate and participate in family and team meetings, and consult with foster parents as needed regarding case dynamics.
Prepare monthly foster care agency performance reports and meet monthly with the APT monitor.
Monitor foster homes in accordance with DCFS 402 standards and serve as liaison to the DCFS Foster Home Licensing Agent.
Participate in the agency's annual Foster Parent Law Implementation Plan.
Implement and coordinate SACWIS requirements.
Develop relationships and coordinate with DCFS, LANS, and other community agencies to make best use of available resources in addressing service goals.
Prepare for and attend required case meetings, ACRs, court dates, and staffings.
Submit reports as required by the Village Director.
Communicate with staff to coordinate efforts and communicate departmental problems and issues to the Village Director.
Perform on-call duties as needed.
Complete mandatory DCFS, agency, and job-specific training, and participate in ongoing professional development workshops and seminars as required.
Facilitate professional development and training opportunities for case management staff.
Attend required staff meetings, agency meetings, supervision, and other requested meetings.
Supervise all programs under the direction of the Director of Programs and Services.
Complete all DCFS-required paperwork in a timely manner, including forms 906, 1420, and 1425.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with One Family Illinois policies and applicable state, federal, county, and city laws, rules, and regulations.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible work options to help balance work and life.
Paid time off, including personal days, sick time, vacation days, and paid company holidays.
Bonus plan for Child Welfare Specialists.
Employee referral bonuses.
Competitive BCBS healthcare plans for employees and dependents, eligible the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment.
Vision, dental, and life insurance offerings.
Flexible PTO.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
403(b) retirement savings plan; employees can contribute immediately upon full-time employment, and the organization contributes 4% after 12 months of full-time employment regardless of employee contributions.
Participation in the federal student loan forgiveness program.
Access to financial advisors and financial education tools.
Tuition reimbursement options.
Opportunities for further education and time to attend training, workshops, and other professional development.