Community Outreach Paraprofessional - Bloomington, United States - The Center for Youth and Family Solutions

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions

Verified Company

Bloomington, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team

About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS):

(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties._

_ Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change. _

Perks of Working at CYFS:

Supportive, inclusive, and strengthsfocused culture
Opportunities for advancement and professional development As we grow, you grow with us
Flexible Work Schedule
Employee Assistance Program to help with Work-Life Integration and other potential wellbeing challenges
12 Paid Holidays
Accrual of 15 vacation days and 8 sick days, plus 5 personal/wellness days
Paid 3 weeks parental leave

- "Dress for your day" dress code

Educational Reimbursement
Reimbursement for mileage

Salary:

Starting at $18.00 an hour (non-exempt)

About the Position:

With supervision, assist and support staff and families by transporting clients, supervising visits, mentoring, tutoring, providing respite and providing casework services to clients participating in Youth, Family and Community Outreach Services Programs.

A Typical Day as a Community Outreach Paraprofessional:

Document all services delivered to comply with agency, state, and federal regulations and requirements.
Visit primary family, foster home, day care setting, school, and other appropriate settings to ensure that case management goals are being met.
Complete necessary paperwork to track progress and plan for achievement of established goals.
Attend court hearings, case staffing, or other activities necessary to coordinate client services.
Travel to deliver services to the family's home, and/or transport clients to alternative service locations.

Work Hours:

Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.

Associate degree in social work, Human Service, or related field

Additional Qualifications:

Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
Must be at least 21 years of age
Obtain an insured vehicle
At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license

Additional Benefits:

Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
Dental and Vision Insurance
401k plan with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is_ an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws._