Why MYSI Corporation?

A mission-driven organization for purpose-driven people. MYSI exists to help youth, seniors and families reach their greater potential by providing quality, programs and services, which focus on empowering youth, seniors and families to achieve independence.

MYSI Corporation was founded by a group of Methodist Men with an initial focus to eradicate homelessness by providing shelter care, temporary housing and community-based case management support for ‘at risk’ youth, adults and families who had no or limited housing resources.

MYSI operates its programs and services under the simple principle that integrity and excellence coupled with adherence to a “Code of Values” with the highest degree of professionalism.

What is in it for you?

• ·A commitment to work-life balance with 3-weeks paid vacation with an accrual increase based on seniority
• Generous accrued Sick-Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays, including 1 Floating Holidays
• Employer-sponsored health insurance (HMO & PPO) and dental insurance.
• Tax Sheltered Annuity Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employer-paid basic life insurance valued your annual salary up to $100K
• Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Short-term & Long-term disability; and more

What you can expect:

As a Advocacy Coordinator (Unlicensed), you will serve as a positive role‐model, while assisting clients in making healthy life choices that promote favorable well‐being outcomes. You will carry a caseload of clients and will formulate assessment(s) of the emotional, social and mental health needs of the youth, at the time of case assignment and will provide supplemental case management and face-to-face advocacy services. The ideal candidate must possess maturity, excellent written and oral communication skills. 

How you will make an impact:

• Responsible for complying with ongoing training per DCFS and other governing bodies.
• Provide casework services for each youth as they transition through the program, using counseling and other supportive methods, service plan formulation and implementation, and appropriate involvement with the natural family
• Prepare records, reports, and file materials as required by DCFS
• Attend court hearings, prepare and file all court documents within required timeframes including, but not limited to ACR/ Quarterly Discharge Planning/CFTM.
• Responsible for scheduling all medical appointments and transporting clients to and from residential settings.
• Manage many aspects of client’s lives with an emphasis placed on protecting their interests and well-being.
• Conduct visits with youth that include the on-going assessment of youth safety, permanency and well-being;
• This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements
• Travel on a regular basis to external parties and visit programs weekly.
• Maintain updated SACWIS and UIR's
• Complete other duties as assigned

What you will bring to MYSI Corporation:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field of study with at least 1-year professional experience in a child and family welfare agency
• Must have access to and or (possess) reliable transportation during your scheduled work shift
• Strong technical and analytical skills, problem solving, conflict resolution and crisis management skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience working with the LGBTQ community.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and proof of valid auto insurance
• Must be able to successfully pass background check
• Access to a vehicle for youth transportation and outreach counseling
• Ability to work with DCFS, courts, and other social service systems
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of persons served
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment
• Handle sensitive and confidential materials
• Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task