Foster Care Social Worker

Do you love overcoming tough challenges and directly helping others? Would you like to advocate for some of the most vulnerable members of our community - young children? If YES, then Hoyleton Youth and Family Services in Fairview Heights, IL could use you as our new full-time Foster Care Social Worker. This is an incredible opportunity to make a positive, meaningful difference for the people who need it the most.

You take home a competitive salary depending on experience. We provide a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, HSA, life insurance, employer-paid short-term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% company match, an employee assistance program, PTO, holidays, parental leave, lunches, employee appreciation, annual retreats, and ongoing education. If you're interested, keep reading to see if you'd be a good fit!

WHAT'S YOUR DAY LIKE?

As a Foster Care Social Worker, your compassion and empathy guide and support families through the foster care process, promoting healing, growth, and positive outcomes for all. You work with children, their foster families, and their biological families to administer our program and diligently document your progress.

You make notes about your visits and determine what the best outcome for each child is. Whether you help bio families reunite with their children or find appropriate adoptive parents for the child, you take pride in helping every client build a happier, brighter future.

WHO ARE WE?

We are a faith-based organization, founded upon the social justice heritage of the United Church of Christ. Since our founding in 1895, we have grown to be one of southern Illinois' leaders in providing emotional and mental health services for every stage of youth and family development. Our mission is to enable all people, young and old alike, to realize the wholeness of life that God intends. Our team of professionals is energized daily because they have the opportunity to bring positive change to someone's life. In fact, "changing lives" is in everyone's job description. We also offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture.

WHAT DO YOU NEED?

We're looking for someone who can work Monday - Friday and take on an after-hours emergency on-call rotation. Here are the minimum qualifications:

• 21+ years old
• Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or another human services field
• 2+ years of professional foster care or out-of-home-care experience OR a master's degree in social work, education, or a related field
• DCFS licensure OR ability to obtain a license
• Willingness to complete the children and residential experiences (CARE) and therapeutic crisis intervention (TCI) training
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance

Do you think you're the right one for the job? Then don't wait - fill out our quick and easy initial application today to get started! We're excited to meet you and see what you can bring to the table.