Child Welfare Specialist

Role: Child Welfare Specialist Responsibilities Build supportive relationships with children, youth, and families on your caseload.Develop individualized case and treatment plans tailored to family needs.Maintain accurate and timely case records and reports.Meet regularly with supervisors to review cases and service delivery.Connect families with agency and community resources.Provide crisis support and be available outside normal hours when needed. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services field.Minimum of two years of social service experience.Ability to meet Illinois Child Welfare Agency requirements, including background checks and driver certification.Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and acceptable insurance.Flexibility to support families outside regular hours, including evenings and weekends.Sensitivity to cultural differences and physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Key Duties: Providing direct support to children and families, developing case plans, maintaining records, connecting clients to resources, and responding to crises. This role requires compassion, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding and strengthening families.