Job Posting
June 23, 2008
FOSTER CARE CASE MANAGER
SUMMARY
The Foster Care Case Manager - Foster Care and Adoption Services has primary responsibility for permanency planning for the children in his/her caseload. The Case Manager assesses the child and family and develops and implements a service plan in conjunction with available parents and other professionals and paraprofessionals. The Case Manager makes referrals for needed services. Based on assessment, service planning and provision of services, the Case Manager writes reports and makes recommendations to the Juvenile Court and the Department of Children and Family Services as required under contract and by policy and procedure.
QUALIFICATIONS
 | Ideal applicant must be licensed to practice child welfare in Illinois and certified in DCFS Rule 402 and Child Care Act. |
| Applicant must have 2-3 years experience and/or a Master's degree in Human Services field is desired. |
| Applicant must have a valid Illinois Driver's License and access to a car. |
| Applicant must be organized and able to deal with multiple/competing tasks. |
| Applicant must have good oral/written communication skills. |
| Bi-lingual English/Spanish is a plus. |
The above description is a summary. For a full description of essential duties and responsibilities, please contact Human Resources.
Interested candidates should fax or e-mail a letter of interest and resume to:
Human Resources
773-826-7193 fax