Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is seeking a full-time Family Support Specialist Monday through Friday. The Family Support Specialist will provide short-term services to families referred by DCFS for services that do not meet the requirements for DCFS involvement at the time of call.

Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• $42,000 - $45,000 / Year
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The training you need to learn, grow, and succeed.

Essential Functions:

• Staffing with Supervisor throughout LSSI Involvement.
• Complete required assessments, documentation, and recommendations.
• Provide and link to local resources to families.
• Perform all tasks as required to engage families and collateral contacts.
• Participate in the supervisory process for guidance, direction, assessment, and decision-making.
• Performs other related tasks as needed.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field.
• CWEL preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• Proof of Illinois driver’s license.
• Proof of automobile liability insurance required. Access to transportation for visits to homes.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.