The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce · 3 hours ago
PERMANENCY ASSISTANT - SPRINGFIELD
Springfield, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Permanency Assistant to support the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. This role involves assisting in making arrangements for child placements and providing support to Child Welfare Specialists while observing and reporting on children's behavior and health.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Serves as Permanency Assistant to Child Welfare Specialists
Provides support to Child Welfare Specialist efforts to move youth to appropriate Permanency options
Provides support and feedback to the assigned worker regarding observation of child during a child parent visitation when applicable
Observes children and reports to the caseworker and/or supervisor any unusual behavior relating to the mental, social adjustment, and overall health of children
Attends and provides input into team meetings
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Qualification
Required
Requires any combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to either completion of two years of college and one year of experience
OR three years of experience working with culturally disadvantaged persons in a social service program
Requires a valid driver's license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurance
Requires ability to pass a background check
Requires physical, visual, and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties
Benefits
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
Company
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Our Chamber exists to serve four core functions for its members.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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