Full-time

Description

Welcome to your opportunity to change the world If you have a servant's heart and want to be part of something truly special, then Caritas Family Solutions needs you. We have been serving the people of Illinois since 1947 and have over 500 committed and mission-driven team members. At Caritas, we do not hire people for jobs, we find new team members for rewarding and life-changing careers that make the world better.

If you are kind, patient, and ready to make a difference, we would love to meet you

Full-time employees are offered the competitive benefits outlined below:

- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Training and Professional Development
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 5% Employer Contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

We know great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. If you are excited about this chance, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every qualification listed.

Title: Specialized Foster Care Program Assistant

Department: Foster Care and Family Services

Status: Full time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Reports To: Specialized Foster Care Supervisor

Starting Compensation Pay: $17.25/hr

PURPOSE: The Specialized Foster Care Program Assistant serves as a paraprofessional support staff member for Foster Care and Family Services programs. This position assists Case Managers and Supervisors in delivering services to children, youth, parents, foster families, and biological families through transportation,



supervised visitation, parenting support, life skills development, resource coordination, documentation, and administrative assistance. The position promotes safety, permanency, well-being, and family stabilization through a trauma-informed approach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Transport clients to and from parent-child visits, sibling visits, counseling appointments, clinics, hospitals, schools, court appearances, and other case-related activities.
- Supervise visits and interactions between children, families, and caregivers while ensuring safety and appropriate conduct.
- Document observations, visitation activities, and client interactions accurately and objectively within required timelines.
- Collaborate regularly with Specialized Foster Care Case Managers and Supervisors regarding client progress and needs.
- Adhere to all agency policies, state regulations, driving requirements, and safety standards.
- Complete required agency and Department paperwork in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Travel frequently as required to support client and program needs.
- Assist clients with developing independent living and daily living skills, including budgeting, household cleaning,



grocery shopping, appointment scheduling, and appointment attendance.
- Support children, youth, and families through a trauma-informed lens.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.

Please note that the Responsibilities and Qualifications provide a general overview of the primary duties for this role and the basic qualifications. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIRMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED

Degree/Field Required: High School Diploma or GED

Degree/Field Preferred: N/A

Additional Fields of Knowledge Important for the Role:

- Knowledge of administrative and office procedures
- Client transportation and community-based service support
- Supervised visitation monitoring
- Case note documentation and recordkeeping

Experience Required: 0 to 6 months of experience in human services, social services, childcare, education, behavioral health, or a related field preferred but not required.

Experience Preferred: Experience working with children, youth, families, or vulnerable populations.

Licenses/Certifications Required: N/A

Licenses/Certificatio

📌 Specialized Foster Care Program Assistant (Canada)
🏢 Christian Social Service Of Illino
📍 Canada