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

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

See yourself achieving solutions.
Join our team

Perks of Working at CYFS:

37.5 hour work week

Paid Time Off:

12 Paid Holidays
15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
8 Paid Sick Days
5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days
3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA

Dental and Vision Insurance

401k plan with 4% employer match

Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan

Financial Incentives:

Employee Referral Program

Educational Assistance:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
Tuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their family
Immediate community referrals to licensed counselors
24/7 call line
Tax consultation/financial resources
Discounted legal services and mediation services
Health and Wellness resources

Use of agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement

Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement

"Dress for your day" dress code

Opportunities for advancement and professional development

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

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._

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._