Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities.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 hiring a full-time Intact Family Caseworker that provides the full range of foster care and/or adoptioncaseworkservices to children and families to maintain children in the family home or achieve permanency in the family of origin, extended family, or a foster/adoptive family.

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.
• Salary $50,000-$55,000/Annually.
• 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 paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Present cases for staffing and conduct family-child team meetings.
• Coordinates and collaborate with other service providers, schools, and health care facilities to promote the child(ren)'s well-being.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or degree in related human services field.
• State licensing/certification as required by the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
• Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Valid Illinois drivers' license and proof of automobile liability insurance required.Access to transportation for visits and to transport clients to and from appointments.

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.