Child Welfare Assistant at Bethany for Children & Families

Moline, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Skill Development, Communication, Supervised Visitation, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Documentation, Transportation, Assessment, Group Programming, Individualized Training, Safety, Engagement, Flexibility, Client Accessibility, Child Care, Professional Growth

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Child Welfare Assistant: The Child Welfare Assistant provides skill-development services to clients referred to the agency and assists with supervised child-parent visitation. This role requires the ability to build supportive, professional relationships with assigned clients and to collaborate effectively with other members of the service delivery team. Foster care provides temporary support for children with the goal of reunifying them with their families whenever possible. Bethany focuses on keeping children connected to their home, school, and community, and provides a range of foster care services supported by experienced case managers. The Child Welfare Assistant plays a key role in supporting these efforts by helping ensure safety, stability, and meaningful engagement during supervised visitation and skill-building services. Pay Range: $17.43 - $19.00 Per Hour Benefits That’ll Make You Smile We believe in taking care of our team so they can take care of others. That’s why we offer: Vacation time that grows with you — earn up to 80 hours your first year, and up to 160 hours after. Sick time you can count on — earn up to 96 hours each year. 11 paid holidays every year. 403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contributions. Choice of two health plans (one with an HSA + employer contributions). Dental insurance. Vision insurance (100% employer-paid). Group Life and AD&D insurance included. Options for extra voluntary coverage. Educational Aid program to support your professional growth. Child Welfare Assistant Performance Objectives: Assess the appropriateness of service requests and clearly explain agency services to clients. Provide skill-development support for children, couples, and families, including assessments and individualized training. Lead skill-building groups focused on parenting, communication, social skills, and related topics. Develop and coordinate group programming and assessments. Create individualized skill-intervention plans for assigned cases. Provide transportation for clients as needed. Supervise assigned child-parent visitations to ensure safety and engagement. Maintain accurate written records and documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards. Meet regularly with the Supervisor to review clinical needs, service delivery issues, and matters requiring supervisory approval or referral source direction. Remain accessible to clients by scheduling meetings according to their needs or contractual requirements, including client-convenient times of day or night. Requirements Child Welfare Assistant Position Qualifications: Be at least 21 years of age (to be covered by the agency's vehicle insurance coverage). Possess an Associate’s degree in social work or a human services field. Be able to maintain a flexible schedule in response to program needs or caseload assignments. Have the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance. Pass agency-required background checks. Be able to lift 30 lbs. Be able to carry car seats to and from the office and children’s home. Be able to physically attend to young children and infants. Ready to Make a Difference? We can’t wait to meet you! Apply today and become part of a team that’s all about protecting children, strengthening families, and building brighter futures in our community. Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

The Child Welfare Assistant provides skill-development services and assists with supervised child-parent visitation. This role involves building supportive relationships with clients and collaborating with the service delivery team to ensure safety and stability during visitations.