Parent Specialist, F2G

About the role

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time F2G Parent Specialist to provide support to parents and their families. The position involves immediate engagement, setting and supporting parent/child contact, assessing physical and behavioral health needs, and engaging parents in GenerationPMTO groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate engagement with parents to listen to their stories, answer questions, and support reunification efforts.
• Develop and implement individualized whole family treatment plans with the FT team, child and family.
• Recruit, organize, and lead Generation PMTO groups, ensuring active participation and skill incorporation.
• Set up, coach, and supervise ongoing contact and visits between parents and their children, including virtual and in-person activities.
• Organize and lead ongoing support groups, complete and submit required reports, and track client progress.
• Demonstrate professional behavior, treat clients and families respectfully, and communicate effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field required.
• Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Criminal background check and CANTS clearance required.
• Certification in Generation PMTO or IM+CANs required.
• Demonstrated ability to engage parents and organize/virtual/in-person groups.
• Strong assessment and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field required.
• Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Criminal background check and CANTS clearance required.
• Certification in Generation PMTO or IM+CANs required.
• Demonstrated ability to engage parents and organize/virtual/in-person groups.
• Strong assessment and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage required.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to engage and support parents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work within a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $63,000 - $70,000 annually.
• On-demand flexible paydays through Dayforce Wallet.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare insurance, paid time off, holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, EAP, and flexible hours.
• Paid training for career growth.

Pay

$63,000 - $70,000 Annually

Schedule

Monday through Friday