Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSee yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!Perks of Working at CYFS:Paid Time Off:12 Paid Holidays 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)8 Paid Sick Days5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Financial Incentives: Employee Referral ProgramEducational Assistance:Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employerTuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their educationEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their familyImmediate community referrals to licensed counselors24/7 call line Tax consultation/financial resourcesDiscounted legal services and mediation servicesHealth and Wellness resourcesUse of agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement "Dress for your day" dress codeOpportunities for advancement and professional development.Salary: Starting at $50,336.00 (Non-Exempt)About the Position:The Adoption and Permanency Specialist is responsible for preparing, educating, facilitating adoptions, and providing adoptive support services for children and families in our child welfare program.A Typical Day as an Adoption and Permanency Specialist:Educate foster families in the adoption process, share information on the progress with involved partiesInterview the family and prospective adoptee, provide home study assessment, and write home study Incorporate adoptive parents' rights and responsibilities in service planning and delivery Apply for adoption assistance and act as an advocate for the family during this processComplete all necessary paperwork to track activities and cases.Does the Following Apply to You?Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Service, or related field Child Welfare Experience (preferred)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 HSADental and Vision Insurance401k plan with 4% employer matchEmployer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care PlanAbout 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.
