Careers

Across the many specializations available, future social workers share a common goal of the desire to assist others in need, whether it be individuals and families, in schools, workplaces or hospitals, or leading efforts in legislative advocacy and policy analysis.

According to the 2021 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected median annual pay for social workers is $51,760 with an above average job growth rate of 13%. With a vast number of agencies, specializations and locations available to social workers, career opportunities continue to become more abundant.

Child Welfare

Child welfare social workers practice in family-based services that address the needs of children, youth and families. They may counsel children and youth who have behavioral problems or have difficulty adjusting socially. Social workers also work to protect children and intervene on their behalf when they are abused or neglected. Some of them work in residential institutions for children and adolescents. Still others specialize in adoption services and assist parents in arranging for adoptions.

Social workers investigate reports of neglect or abuse of children and must evaluate family situations with children's best interests in mind. The emphasis in protective services is to link parents with needed support services and resources to create a safe environment for children. Social workers may recommend temporary foster care when a child's safety is at issue. If children are removed temporarily, social workers will work on plans to reunite families as soon as possible. They may also initiate legal action to terminate parental rights and put the child up for adoption.

Employers

Health Care

Social workers are important members of the healthcare teams in hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities. They work together with doctors, nurses, administrators, and other professionals to help patients and their families cope with chronic or terminal illnesses. They assess a patient's needs for medical, and/or emotional treatment, as well as rehabilitation. Social workers help facilitate discharge and provision of supportive services for post-hospitalization by providing patients and the family caregivers with information and referral.

In health settings, social workers also provide case management and often help to organize support groups for families and patients suffering from AIDS, cancer, asthma, substance abuse, chronic illnesses of aging, disabilities, and organ transplants. They develop new programs, lead support and educational groups, manage social work departments, network with community resources, and serve as a resource on managed-care plans.

Social workers are often hired by agencies that provide hospice care. The hospice movement is increasingly popular in this country. The goal of these agencies is to assist the dying to have optimal quality of life during their final months. Social workers employed by hospices provide counseling to these patients and their families, helping them adjust to the inevitable stressors presented by the dying process. The mission of hospice, which is to help patients take charge of their lives and make their own decisions during this critical period, coincides with the social work mission of helping people help themselves.

Employers

Acute Care and Rehabilitation Hospitals
Rural Health and Specialty Clinics
Hospice and Home Health Agencies
Nursing Homes
Health Care Organizations (such as the American Lung Association)
Public Health Departments

Mental Health

Clinical social workers provide more than half of the counseling and therapy services in the United States. As mental health providers they help clients with mental, emotional, alcohol or drug abuse problems through individual and group therapy, outreach and crisis intervention, and, in many cases, serve as agency directors and administrators.

Social workers in mental health settings provide services for persons who are unable to deal with day-to-day stress due to depression, emotional distress, mental disorders, or mental retardation. They also assist in planning for supportive services and activities within the community. Entry level positions include case managers, day treatment facilitators, and residential technicians. Advanced-level positions require a Masters in Social Work degree (MSW).

Employers

Public Welfare

Social work in public welfare entails administration, implementation, monitoring, and program evaluation of the public welfare system. Social workers provide information on how to apply for public assistance and other benefits, review eligibility requirements, and arrange for services. Social Workers also train and supervise caseworkers who provide direct services. The main challenge of public welfare agencies is to develop effective programs for self-sufficiency and moving people from public welfare into the workforce and mainstream of society.

Employers

Public Welfare Agencies
Private Social Service Agencies

Social Work with the Elderly

There is a great need for a professional social work practice in our aging society. Social workers provide services to senior citizens such as counseling, income assistance, transportation, home care assistance, and recreational activities to help them remain active, healthy, and independent as long as possible.

They run support groups for family caregivers, advise on the availability of services and long-term care, as well as coordinate and monitor services for the elderly.

Employers

Employee Assistance Programs

A growing practice field for occupational or corporate social workers is in employee assistance programs (EAPs). These programs are available with large corporations, businesses, and labor unions, mostly in urban and industrial settings. EAP social workers counsel workers and executives alike to help them achieve emotional well-being and improve job performance. They deal with the diverse problems and situations affecting American workers today: divorce, single parenthood, substance abuse, domestic violence, depression, eating disorders, vocational rehabilitation, stress, takeovers, layoffs, etc. In this way, social workers help businesses and organizations improve their productivity.

Employers

Employee Assistance Programs
Businesses
Private Consulting Firms
Corporations
Labor Unions

School Social Work

School social workers work closely with teachers, administrators, and other professionals to help children with physical or learning disabilities as well as emotional problems. They provide counseling and referral services for a range of concerns including family problems, domestic violence, child abuse, neglect, and poverty. They serve as a liaison between family and school and often between school and community.

School social workers also provide a number of services to students in special education programs. To work in a school as a school social worker in Illinois, an MSW degree and a Professional Educators License (PEL) are required.

Employers

Schools: Elementary/Secondary
Head Start Centers
Special Education Centers
Counseling Centers

Corrections and Justice

Social workers in criminal justice make recommendations to courts, serve as expert witnesses, do pre-sentencing assessments, and provide services for prison inmates and their families. They focus on rehabilitation by providing therapy, drug and alcohol addiction treatment, and basic life-skills training. Many social workers become probation officers or parole officers. They help ex-offenders access supportive services upon release from prison. Social workers may arrange for a halfway house, job training, employment, remedial classes, counseling, child care, and/or transportation.

Social workers may also work in victim services programs, courts, and police departments.

Employers

Prisons
Courts
Police Departments
Victim Assistance Services

Community Development

There are numerous opportunities for social workers in community development programs and projects that are designed to provide community, professional, and volunteer services. This is an area of employment that is expanding as greater responsibility for human service programs is assumed by cities, towns, communities, neighborhoods, and local organizations.

Social workers participate in establishing and operating such services as homeless shelters, youth activities, free lunch programs, parent training and child care, migrant worker services, educational programs, and services for homebound elderly and persons with disabilities.

Employers

Community Funded Projects
Religious Organizations
Neighborhood Organizations
Americorps
Vista

International Social Work

International Social Work involves direct services in child welfare, family planning, health and mental health, international adoptions, human rights advocacy, and refugee programs through relief and international aid organizations. Social workers also assist governments in developing delivery systems and training programs. They provide technical assistance and are involved in research projects. International organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the Red Cross, the United Nations, and numerous non-government organizations employ social workers.

Employers

Relief Organizations and Agencies
International Human Rights Agencies
Peace Corps
Non-Government Organizations

SIU social work student studying outside on campus.

Current Job Listing

Crime Victim Advocate- Carbondale Police Department - 9/22/2023

POSTED: September 22, 2023

10114-01 - CRIME VICTIM ADVOCATE

Carbondale Police Department
Job Status: Full-Time
Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.
Position Type: Full Time
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Salary Commensurate to Experience

Nature of Work

This is a, regular, full-time position in the Support Services Bureau Department providing a wide-range of services to crime victims. The position is supervised and evaluated by the Deputy Chief of Administration or designee. The majority of the work assignments are made by the Deputy Chief of Administration, however, this position involves working with other departmental staff as well.

Essential Duties

Provide assistance to victims of crime through the provision of social services which include support, crisis intervention, counseling, court advocacy, and referral to other social agencies. Assist victims of crime to understand and effectively participate in the criminal justice system. Supportive services provided to primary or secondary victims of crime include crisis intervention, counseling, court advocacy and referrals to other agencies.

2. Provide services to crime victims at their homes or places of residence during periods of crisis intervention. Respond to hospitals, crime scenes or other locations as requested to provide support to primary and secondary victims with crisis needs.

3. As necessary, relocate crime victims to appropriate locations for services and assistance. Assess victim’s safety and other needs, while informing them of available resources and providing assistance in obtaining services.

4. Provide transportation for crime victims and witnesses so that they may participate in relevant legal proceedings. Assist victims with filing victim compensation forms, order of protections paperwork and other court documents as necessary.

5. Use tact and good judgment in assisting victims, working with witnesses, various agencies staff, school personnel and the public in general. Engages and participates in community outreach and awareness activities.

6. Establish close, effective working relationships with social service agencies, and appropriate components of the criminal justice system. Develop working relationships with community outreach agencies to helpdevelop a supportive network for victims of crime.

7. Participate in various departmental/community training programs by presenting victim advocacy related information. Provide information to departmental and community partners on new developments regarding victim’s rights.

8. Interact with police officers in the development of training related concerns.

9. Use effective writing and organizational skills in the preparation of various grant related support documents. Effective writing and organizations skills in the preparation of documentation to support victims of crime.

10. Prepare caseload/disposition reports as needed. Prepare statistical data as required for the department.
11. Use computer in preparing various grant related documents, correspondence, reports and other written/visual materials.

12. Assist in program budget development.

Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned for the overall operation of the Carbondale Police Department.

Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting.

Physical Demands: Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, bending, lifting of objects up to 50 pounds and other physical activities. Work requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time, to operate personal computers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Social Work or related degree and 5 years of related experience. Must have or be able to obtain a valid Illinois driver's license. Must be able to pass police background check and drug screening test.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Thorough knowledge of Department rules and regulations, policies and procedures, laws and resources available concerning domestic violence and services to crime victims;
Ability to communicate in both oral and written form;
Ability to keep records and prepare necessary reports;
Ability to use a computer and software;
Ability to make responsible decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
Knowledge of court practices and proceedings;
Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, practices and techniques of police work

Application Review

Position is open until filled, initial application deadline is 4:00PM on Thursday, October 5, 2023.

Salary and Benefits

Regular, Full-time Position/Over-time Eligible

Salary: (Salary Commensurate to Experience)

Benefits:
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Retirement pension (IMRF)
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation /12 days of sick leave per year
• 12 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

Disclaimer

The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions, requirements or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of the work assigned. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee.

(Multiple positions) Mental Health Professional(s) & PRN Professional - Illinois Youth Center - 8/30/23

POSTED: August 30, 2023

Illinois Youth Center at Harrisburg
Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice

We are hiring at the Illinois Youth Center – Harrisburg. We are a state-operated facility working with youth aged 13 to 21 that are adjudicated to the Department of Juvenile Justice by the Courts. We have at least two master’s level Mental Health Professional positions opening between now and the end of this current calendar year. Clinicians interested in working in a youth-focused correctional setting, providing group, individual and family therapy services and mental health case-management are encouraged to apply.

New employees must be eligible to establish licensure (e.g., Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Psychologist, etc.) within the first year of employment to maintain eligibility for employment. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who may be interested in providing services to our youth population.

Below is a link to the Wellpath positions currently open. Wellpath is the state-contracted company that employs the Mental Health Professionals who provide services at our facility. Additionally, we are also looking to contract with a professional that would like to provide PRN coverage at our facility (working in coverage of full-time Mental Health employees) as either a part-time or a secondary-employment opportunity.

Of note, the actual salary offered to starting employees is significantly HIGHER than what is stated on the webpage below. The positions at our facility are unionized and have a significantly higher starting pay structured into their contract, as well as significant increases across years of employment, as negotiated by contract.

https://wellpathcareers.com/job/?id=145409&title=Mental+Health+Professional&iis=Wellpath+Website.Careers&iisn=Direct

Regards,

Jon Warshawsky, Ph.D.
Treatment Administrator
Illinois Youth Center – Harrisburg
618-252-8681 ext. 286
jonathan.warshawsky@illinois.gov

Healthy kids, strong families, safe communities

Mental Health Professional - Illinois Youth Center - 8/3/23

POSTED: August 3, 2023

Agency: Illinois Youth Center – Wellpath
Location: Harrisburg, IL
Position: Mental Health Professional
Job: 145409
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Days; 8-hour
Recruiter: Fawn Collins
Email: FaCollins@Wellpath.us
Compensation Information: $43,356 - $52,990 / year
Department (Org): Mental Health

You Matter

Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports:

Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Autonomy in a warm team environment
Growth and training

Perks and Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:

DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
Company paid life insurance
Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.

How you make a difference

As a Mental Health Professional, you will provide clinical services to individuals under the direction of the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor, or Mental Health Director. In addition, you will offer mental health consultation and training to facility staff to help them identify and support the mental health needs of those in their care. With your expertise and support, you will help to promote the overall mental well-being of those served within the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct clinical services, crisis intervention, and individual/group therapy to persons served in accordance with professional standards and company policies.
Conduct diagnostic evaluations and complete clinical reports, including personality and intellectual testing as allowed by state regulations.
Offer consultation services to institutional staff and screening committees on mental health issues and management of persons served.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and reports of activities, as well as participate in staff meetings and training programs.
Support and monitor the mental condition of persons served for institutional psychiatric staff and ensure accountability through participation in the Quality Improvement program.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

Master’s degree in a behavioral/social science field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Coursework and professional experience that indicates knowledge of mental health counseling, group and individual psychotherapy, diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, psychological assessment techniques, crisis intervention, and mental health consultation.

Licenses/Certifications

LMSW, LPC, or similar licensure in the state from the appropriate state licensing board; Must maintain CPR certification and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required.

Additional Details

-Salary Range for Position: $66,996 – $84,094 per year -Schedule is 5 days a week with one workday being a weekend shift of either Saturday or Sunday (TBD).

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Executive Director - Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living - 7/26/23

POSTED: July 26, 2023

POSITION: Executive Director

Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living
Website: http://sicil1.org/
Carbondale: (618) 457-3318
Harrisburg: (618) 252-7233

2135 W Ramada Lane
Carbondale, Illinois 62901
(618) 457-3318 (Voice/TTY)

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE POSITION OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

I. PURPOSE OF POSITION: To oversee and successfully maintain all of the operations of Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living (“SICIL” or “the organization”) including staffing, services, marketing, resource development, facility management, and financial management; act as the main spokesperson for SICIL; ensure that SICIL is providing premium quality services to persons with disabilities in concert with its mission and the Independent Living Philosophy; plan for the future financial health of SICIL; and ensure that the services offered fit the needs of the community.

II. POSITION PARAMETERS: Reports directly to the Board of Directors; Full-time; Full Benefits; Travel and Expenses Reimbursed; Salaried Exempt.

III. QUALIFICATIONS:

Either: (i) a bachelor’s degree or equivalent disability rights/independent living experience; or (ii) a graduate degree in human services, rehabilitation, or related area.
At least three (3) years of administrative/managerial experience.
Experience in, and an understanding of, financial management including budgeting, evaluating income statements and balance sheets, ethical money management, compliance with grant requirements, etc.
Experience in preparing and/or reviewing successful applications for grants on behalf of non-profit organizations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to work effectively as a team player while still making decisions and leading the organization.
A working understanding of human resource management and a commitment to creating a positive work environment.
Personal experience with disability and/or working with persons with disabilities.
A strong commitment to the Independent Living Philosophy and a creative vision for seeing it implemented in the communities served by SICIL.
A commitment to continuing SICIL’s practice of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in its programs and services to persons with disabilities.
Ability to work with a Board of Directors as well as recruit and train new members of the Board.
Self-motivated and creative in problem-solving.
A willingness to travel and work the hours (including evenings and weekends) needed to accomplish the intended purpose of the position.
Genuine care and concern for others.
Experience in successful fundraising.
A working knowledge of disability-related issues/concerns, disabilities, and service delivery methods.

IV. JOB ACTIVITIES AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

A1. Administration

Supervise the positions of Program Director, Program Coordinator, Financial Director, Supervisor of Satellite Office, and other positions as assigned.
Ensure that the departments under each of the above positions are running smoothly, effectively, and efficiently.
Model and uphold a work culture where results and measurable outcomes are used to evaluate employees.
Ensure the organization maintains the highest level of ethical standards in services, finances, compliance, insurance, and all other dealings.
Ensure that SICIL ends each fiscal year with a surplus or, if this is not possible, be in regular contact with the Board while planning how to promptly correct any deficit.
Work with the Board on an annual basis to recruit and train new Board members, matching SICIL’s needs with the right candidates from the community.
Provide information to the Board that will help its members be informed and committed to the mission of SICIL and the successful completion of that mission.

A2. Services

Develop new programs, in concert with SICIL administration, as a response to the needs of consumers.
Ensure that each service is marketed (as appropriate) and that outreach is consistent and comprehensive.
Effectively present services to the community and supporters.
Ensure that each SICIL program and service is adequately financed.
Ensure that advocacy efforts and the advancement of the Independent Living Philosophy are key to all services and a focus for all staff.

A3. Visioning and Planning

Develop and review periodically a Strategic Plan that is built on all aspects of the organization including services, the funding of those services, future service needs, threats to consumer independence, the economy, approaching opportunities, etc.
Regularly compare the budget to the Strategic Plan and share any funding issues with the Management Team and/or Board of Directors as necessary.
Keep the Strategic Plan updated and monitor the progress with objectives to ensure that it is being carried out appropriately and changed as needed.
Develop new services to respond to the needs identified during the planning process and/or revenue-producing ventures to ensure the future vitality and growth of SICIL.
Actively participate on local, regional, state, and/or regional boards and committees to keep abreast of the environments in which SICIL resides.

A4 Resources

Ensure that SICIL meets its fundraising goals using donor appointments, networking, grant writing, etc.
Be intimately involved in the development of all SICIL’s government contracts, grants, and/or new programs.
Monitor SICIL’s bank accounts and investments, in consultation with the Financial Director and, if appropriate, other financial advisors.
Lead and maintain all entrepreneurial opportunities.
Pursue opportunities for additional funding, private or public, that supports the work of SICIL and the needs of its consumers.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his or her duties. It is not designed to act as a contract, nor does it contain or be interpreted as containing, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Carbondale, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Multiple Positions- Macon Resources Inc.- 6/26/23

POSTED: June 26, 2023

Macon Resources Inc.
2121 Hubbard Avenue
Decatur, IL 62526
217-875-1910

Join the MRI team. Build a career. Help build meaningful lives.

MRI has positions open that work toward the mission of our agency, to provide services that promote the growth, independence, and self-worth of children and adults with disabilities. Members of the MRI team benefit from a competitive benefit package (see below), paid training opportunities and satisfying and rewarding work experiences.

OPEN POSITIONS:

LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT
BCBA

REQUIREMENTS:

Understanding of developmental disabilities, mental illness, active treatment, principles of normalization, inclusion, and functional skill development.
One year experience with developmentally disabled and/or DD/MI

To apply for a position at MRI, please send your resume to: pmaxwell@maconresources.org or by visiting: https://maconresources.org/careers/

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related disability or any other legally protected status.

NOTE: AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, ALL NEW EMPLOYEES OF MACON RESOURCES, INC. (MRI) WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS A DRUG TEST AND THE HEALTH CARE WORKERS’ BACKGROUND CHECKS.

HIV Case Manager - Jackson County Health Department - 6/14/23

HIV CASE MANAGER,
JACKSON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (JCHD)

Full time position for an enthusiastic individual with strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities focused on case management services for HIV positive clients in a 19-county area of Southern Illinois.

Hours: Full-time/35 hours per week with full benefits.

Annual Salary: $42,488–$44,099

Minimum Educational Requirements:

Requires a bachelor degree in social work or health related area with two years of experience providing case management services and/or HIV/AIDS related care; OR a licensed registered nurse with one year of experience providing case management services and/or HIV/AIDS related care.

Duties and responsibilities specific to this position, not inclusive:

Assess health, social and educational needs and formulate plans to meet those needs.
Ensure every client has an eligibility assessment completed.
Refer the client to appropriate providers within the community for services identified in the Individual Care Plan and/or acuity assessment and coordination of the providers.
Provide advocacy to assist clients in accessing services.
Perform outreach services in the community as required; provides home visits to clients as needed.
Provide health education and risk reduction information to the clients; present at support groups on self-care to improve/maintain general health on a regular basis.
Interact with diverse populations effectively and professionally, regardless of age, cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial or ethnic background, sexual orientation, lifestyle and physical ability. And respect the cultural, language and religious practices of others.
Incorporate ethical standards of practice into all interactions, including the use of data and information.

To apply, complete the application located on the "Careers" tab of the Jackson County Health Department website. Drop off or email your application and résumé to:

Human Resources
Jackson County Health Dept.
P.O. Box 307
Murphysboro, IL 62966

OR email materials to: kimf@jchdonline.org

Applications are being accepted thru June 30, 2023*

*Due to a high volume of applications, positions may close prior to the advertised closing date.

JCHD is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. Candidates who need an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at (618) 684-3143, ext. 102.

Jackson County Health Department
Promoting Health, Preventing Illness, Protecting our Environment, and Preparing for Emergencies

Assistant Director - University of Illinois - 6/6/23

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR,
CHICAGO CHILD PROTECTION TRAINING ACADEMY (CCPTA)

Office of Workforce Development
School of Social Work
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Located in Chicago, Illinois

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of the Chicago Child Protection Training Academy (CCPTA) will provide leadership in simulation facilitation and support the Associate Director of the Chicago Child Protection Training Academy in the administration of the simulation program. Responsible for providing coaching, support and training related to simulation learning events for child welfare staff. This position will also support program administration through: facilitating debriefing for simulations, assisting in simulation development, overseeing simulation weeks, training child welfare staff, training actors, training new simulation facilitators and support staff, and supervising a limited number of simulation facilitators.

Responsibilities

Training

Facilitate training for the professional development of new and veteran child welfare staff within the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS) and its assigned private agency child welfare partners. This includes training newly hired and veteran child protection Investigators, Intact Family Services staff, and Permanency staff in both the classroom and related simulation education experience. This requires working collaboratively with IDCFS and University training facilitators to synthesize pre- service and in-service curriculum learned in classroom into skill based experiential learning.
Facilitate training, coaching, and learning session debriefs with learning participants during residential, mock medical/multi-purpose lab, and courtroom simulations.
Facilitate training, coaching and support to simulation actors as needed both during and outside of simulation learning events.
Provide training to trainers on areas of need:
- Training of the Trainers, Onboarding and Delivery of Foundations material
- Classroom Management and Skills Building
- Specific investigative, intact and permanency foundational topics
Support trainers in the classroom and simulation events as needed, modeling classroom management and delivery of content.

Administrative

Assist the Associate Director of Chicago Child Protection Training Academy (CCPTA) with the day to day programmatic operations and assume primary responsibility for such operations during times of absence for the Associate Director.
May assist in the process of hiring, training and handing of discipline of assigned simulation facilitators.
Responsible for the supervisor and performance reviews of a limited number of assigned simulation facilitators and/or staff.
Communicates with senior administration on behalf of the Associate Director.
Acts as a proxy for the Associate Director as needed or in his/her absence.
Collaborates with Associate Director to sustain, promote and grow departmental programs and services.
Manages the initial development of proposals for departments needs (i.e. new equipment, software, supplies, etc.)
Participates in the strategic planning meetings and may preside over meetings as needed.
Assist with the maintaining and development and/or oversight of the development of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), ToTs (Training of Trainer), files and records.
Organizes meetings and the drafting of agendas, communication with participants, minutes, etc.

Curricula and Content

Research, review, and report on latest laws, procedure changes, professional information, and literature as it applies to curriculum needs.
Assist in development and design of new curricula simulation scenarios, integrating research into educational content, training manuals, handouts, PowerPoints, etc.
Collaborate with the CCCPTA Simulations Logistics Coordinator, CCCPTA Associate Director, Office of Learning and Professional Development (OLPD) and other University partners to develop character profiles for simulation trainings.

Other Requirements

Prepare/stage residential labs, mock court room, and mock medical/multiple purpose lab for simulations; organizes and collaborates with Simulation Logistics Coordinator and Associate Director of CCPTA to ensure actors are in place and learning participants complete all simulation experience tasks.
Work collaboratively with University partners, IDCFS, and stakeholders to assist the program in maintaining alignment to the mission of the CCPTA and the IDCFS' ongoing use of simulations, and fidelity to IDCFS' approach to simulation learning for child welfare staff.
Endorse and educate the community and outside interests on the mission and goals of the workforce development partnership with IDCFS and the mission of the University.
Attend other IDCFS and/or Workforce Development Program trainings and meetings as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Social Work, Social Services, Human Services or related field of study. A minimum of six years direct service experience in child protection investigations and/or child welfare.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with a combination of child protection, intact and permanency experience. Three years of experience with teaching adult learners or facilitating professional development trainings is preferred. Experience in working with professional actors. Able to or have demonstrated experience with providing coaching and critical feedback to employees and/or adult learners.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient use in basic audio/video online streaming and recording, computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Familiar with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Outlook Systems. Strong oral communication and writing skills. Proficiency in motivating and engaging adult learners, collaborating within multi-tiered partnerships, and in working within complex organizational structures.

Knowledge of simulated learning advancements in child welfare, understanding of and proficient knowledge of providing constructive feedback.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the job posting close date. Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum of the salary range for this position is $65,000. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on June 26^th, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact sw-hr@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact (217) 333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at (217) 333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Implementation Coach & Training Specialist - University of Illinois - 6/6/23

IMPLEMENTATION COACH & TRAINING SPECIALIST

School of Social Work
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Located Statewide in Illinois

As a member of a specialized statewide child welfare training Field Support Team, the Implementation Coach and Training Specialist will work collaboratively with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS) and community partners to provide training, coaching, and professional development to child welfare agency staff, supervisors, and managers; provide both introductory awareness and post-training content reinforcement in the application of family-centered, trauma-informed and strength-based practices, as well as other key (IDCFS) initiatives. This person will facilitate and at times develop trainings, learning groups, and provide coaching for child welfare agency leadership in content related to leadership and supervisory skills, and provide field support to enhance the transfer of learning from the training classroom to field operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Travel Requirements

Statewide travel required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with course work in Social Work, Psychology or other recognized professional degree in human services.
Professional experience of six (6) or more years in a public-sponsored, agency-based child welfare setting within a state system or its community partner agencies, providing direct child welfare casework services including Intact Family Services, Permanency, Investigations, Integrated Assessment, and Child Welfare Training. Experience with applying learning methodologies, such as coaching, transfer of learning, group facilitation, motivational interviewing, training and curriculum development. Four (4) of those years must include responsibility for supervision of child welfare direct service staff and/or management of child welfare services.
Possession of an appropriate and current Illinois license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualified applicants must possess a working knowledge of organizational change management strategies, established training, coaching and transfer of learning methodologies, motivational interviewing, case study and clinical case presentation methodologies, established evidence- informed child welfare practices and clinical interventions related to trauma and child maltreatment within family systems, child and adolescent development, issues related to diagnosis and co-morbidity, and other behavioral health issues.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the job posting closes. Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum of the salary range for this position is $68,000. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on June 26, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact sw-hr@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact (217) 333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at (217) 333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Simulation Facilitator - University of Illinois - 6/6/23

SIMULATION FACILITATOR

School of Social Work
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Located in Chicago, IL

Job Summary

The Simulation Facilitator is responsible for providing coaching, support, and training before and during the simulation experience to child welfare staff, inclusive of new and veteran investigators, placement workers, and intact workers.

Duties & Responsibilities

Primary

Provide training to support the preparation of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS) Investigators, as well as IDCFS and private sector Intact and Permanency staff in the classroom for the simulation education experience and work collaboratively with IDCFS and University, Foundations training facilitators to synthesize information learned in the classroom as into skill-based experiential learning.
Provide coaching, support, and debriefs with learning participants during residential, mock medical/multi-purpose lab, and courtroom simulations, such as:
- Modeling examples of strengths-based feedback
- Ensuring learning participants’ skills are reflected on in a safe learning environment
- Reviewing learning participants’ concerns and discussing organic questions at the moment
- Ensure learning participants utilize and adhere to rule and procedure
- Modeling examples of suggested phrases to complete investigative or casework process
- Modeling examples of how to address safety concerns and how to mitigate
Support field trainers or other Office of Learning and Professional Development (OLPD) trainers (if and when utilized) in the classroom as needed, modeling classroom management and delivery of content.

Other Requirements

Prepare/stage residential labs, mock courtroom, and mock medical/multi-purpose lab for simulations.
Assists the Simulation Logistics Coordinator, Lead Simulation Facilitator and the Associate Director in ensuring actors are in place and learning participants complete all simulation experience tasks.
Work collaboratively with University partners, IDCFS, and stakeholders in providing input as it pertains to the relevance and mission of the Child Protection Training Academy (CPTA) and the IDCFS’s ongoing use of simulations.
Endorse and educate the community and outside interests on the mission and goals of the workforce development partnership with IDCFS and the mission of the University.
Attend other IDCFS trainings as identified by OLPD.
Perform logistical functions as needed (camera operation and video editing).
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in human services. One year direct service experience in child protection investigations and/or child welfare.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in social work preferred.

Two years of university teaching experience, or previous trainer/facilitation experience is preferred. Four years in human services preferred. Combined direct service experience in child protection investigations and child welfare preferred.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the posting closes. Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum of the salary range for this position is $60,000. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by June 26th, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through this website will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact sw-hr@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact (217) 333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at (217) 333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Outreach Specialist - Arrowleaf - 3/6/23

ARROWLEAF
Outreach Specialist Full-time Regular Administrative
Vienna, IL, US

Salary Range: $44,040.00 To 50,540.00 Annually

Program(s):

Rural Communities Opioid Response Program(RCORP) — I works to strengthen and expand substance use disorder (SUD), including opioid use disorder (OUD) prevention, treatment, and recovery services in Hardin and Pope Counties.
Rural Youth Services Enhanced (RYSE)- The RYSE program aims to create resilient communities by addressing the lack of access to mental health services and social services for youth in the counties of Alexander, Hardin, and Pulaski who are involved or at risk of being involved in the juvenile justice system.
Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) -The R3 service delivery program promotes violence prevention and youth development activities in Alexander and Pulaski Counties with a restorative justice lens that focuses on improving community members’ social determinants of health.
Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC) -ROSC is a coordinated network of community-based services and supports that is person-centered and builds on the strengths and resiliencies of individuals, families, and communities to achieve recovery and improved health, wellness, and quality of life for those with or at risk of substance use disorders.
Substance Use Prevention Services (SUPS)-SUPS helps students 11 to 18 learn about substance use and misuse through a prevention-oriented curriculum and community-wide awareness-building activities that aim to reduce the prevalence of substance misuse in our communities.

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Prevention Services

Hours of Work: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field; at least 1 year of experience in grant reporting or implementation is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates possessing experience in community outreach and education, coalition building, event planning, and networking/partnership building.

Skills & Knowledge: Must possess administrative, coordination, problem solving, decision-making, and analytical skills; demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to represent the organization externally across a wide range of stakeholders; requires general knowledge community resource and human service systems/organizations, the juvenile justice and child welfare systems, strategies in community prevention, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement.

Special Requirements: Travels to off-site locations when appropriate; participates in afterhours activities/events when necessary, maintains a valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

You will enjoy:

flexible schedule
A culture of collaboration
Professional & upward mobility opportunities
A family-oriented atmosphere
Health wellbeing stipend ($200 per fiscal year)
100% employer-paid health insurance (health, dental, vision) *available after 1st day of the month after 60 calendar days of employment
$50,000 life insurance policy
Travel reimbursement
Up to 368 hours of paid time off just within your first year of employment! Includes 13 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, 40 hours bereavement leave, 12 vacation days (6 month probation period), and 8 hours volunteer paid time off per year.
Additional opportunities for compensation are available above starting salary!

Call/text our recruiter Mallory Hartman at 618.652.2048

Selection of employees for Arrowleaf shall be performed in such a manner as to ensure equal consideration of all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, marital status, protected veteran status or national origin.

Legal Secretary - Land of Lincoln Legal Aid - 2/8/23

Passionate about helping low-income individuals with a range of civil legal issues? Join Land of Lincoln Legal Aid and make a long-term impact! Land of Lincoln Legal Aid seeks a motivated individual to join our team as a Full-Time Legal Secretary for its Northern Regional Office located in Springfield, Illinois. Our staff work with community organizations, social service agencies, and faith-based groups to deliver holistic legal services. This person will work with community-based attorneys to address civil legal needs of residents in Cass, Christian, Logan, Mason, Menard, Morgan, Sangamon, Scott and Shelby Counties.

Land of Lincoln Legal Aid provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals in 65 counties in Illinois. We are committed to providing justice for those whose voices might otherwise not be heard; to empower individuals to advocate for themselves; and to make positive changes in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities include:

Answer phones, direct calls, and perform receptionist responsibilities
Communicate with clients, attorneys, and others
Perform intake for applicants, which includes data entry in case management system
Type legal documents and correspondence
E-file legal documents and handle mail
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Secretarial experience strongly preferred
Ability to communicate effectively in a pleasant and professional manner
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and comfortable with technology
Excellent verbal, analytical, writing, and organization skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to accurately type and edit one's work
Highly motivated with desire to work in fast-paced environment
Commitment to social and racial justice
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work with people of diverse social, economic, and racial/ethnic backgrounds

Compensation:

$36,000+ dependent on experience. Excellent insurance and retirement benefits. We are a 501(c) (3) non-profit and is an eligible employer for the public service loan forgiveness program.

Please send a cover letter and resume to: Managing Attorney, Melinda Hubele c/o: bstrumpher@lincolnlegal.org

Land of Lincoln is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, LBGTQIA+, and gender non- conforming applicants.

Lois Wood Law Student Fellowship Program - Land of Lincoln Legal Aid - 2/8/23

Want to make a difference this summer? Land of Lincoln Legal Aid seeks a motivated law student to join us as a Summer Fellow in our Springfield office. Land of Lincoln Legal Aid provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals in 65 counties in Illinois. We are committed to working for justice with those whose voices might otherwise not be heard; to assist individuals in advocating for themselves; and to make positive changes in collaboration with the communities we serve. Our attorneys provide holistic legal advocacy in partnership with community organizations, social service agencies, and faith-based groups. The law student fellow will assist clients in a variety of substantive areas of law that may include: tenant rights and eviction, sealing and expungement, public benefits, consumer, family law, domestic violence prevention, and foreclosure defense. The fellow may also work with community partners and perform outreach.

Responsibilities may include:

Interview clients and follow up with them by email and telephone
Draft pleadings, letters, and memorandums of law
Conduct legal research, investigations, and collect evidence
Attend court and administrative hearings; if licensed pursuant to Rule 711, may represent clients and engage in negotiation under attorney supervision
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Completed 1L or 2L year of law school
Strong commitment to social and racial justice
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work with people of diverse social, economic, and racial/ethnic backgrounds
Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
Excellent verbal, analytical, writing and organization skills
Highly motivated, with a strong attention to detail

Special Working Conditions & Demands:

Applicants must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and car insurance.
Applicants must have regular access to a computer and internet.

Compensation:

$6,500 for 400 hours of work over the summer

Please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:

Bailey Strumpher, bstrumpher@lincolnlegal.org

Land of Lincoln is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, LBGTQIA+ gender non- conforming applicants.

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