What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Program Specialist, Youth Community Support Worker position at Transitions of Western Illinois?
** New Position!**
Do you have a heart for kids? Want to help families? Consider a career as our Family Support Program (FSP) Specialist/Youth Community Support Worker in which you would assist youth who have severe emotional disturbances. You would help the children's families access, understand, and utilize FSP-covered services such as community mental health, family support services, and residential treatment when medically necessary. Responsibilities include assisting with service authorization, developing treatment plans and safety plans, providing case management, conducting assessments, offering family support and education, coordinating with community providers, and managing client documentation and eligibility.
This position requires:
- BA/BS degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other Human Services field
- Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and a good driving record
- Ability to pass fingerprint background checks and drug test
- Work in natural settings such as homes, schools, and/or in the community
- After-hours on-call coverage 3-4 times/month
Full-time position! Flexible scheduling to meet our clients' as well as your own needs. Competitive base pay, bonus program, mileage reimbursement, and great benefits such as:
- Excellent health insurance including access to an exclusive, no-cost employer medical clinic and fitness center membership
- Dental, vision, and life insurance plans
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
- 403b retirement plan with 4% employer matching contribution
- Onsite flu shots and wellness activities
JOIN OUR TEAM OF CARING PROFESSIONALS TODAY!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.41 - $25.63 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $26