Internship - Child Welfare Specialist - Aurora, IL

LSSI • Aurora, IL

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About The Position

Key Responsibilities: Supervise parent/child visitation sessions to ensure child safety and appropriate interaction, if applicable. Participate in team meetings and supervision to review case progress and receive guidance. Assist in assessing family needs and helping connect families with appropriate community resources. Support caseworkers in monitoring service participation and child well-being. Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and other service agencies to promote positive outcomes for children. Help facilitate family-child team meetings and case staffing's. Assist with documentation, data entry, and preparation of reports in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain client confidentiality and comply with all organizational policies and procedures. Learning Opportunities: Gain experience in case management and family advocacy. Develop skills in client assessment and service coordination. Learn how to create and implement safety plans and service goals. Understand the importance of strength-based, trauma-informed care. Experience real-world application of social service policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Interest in working with children and families in a supportive setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise parent/child visitation sessions to ensure child safety and appropriate interaction, if applicable.
• Participate in team meetings and supervision to review case progress and receive guidance.
• Assist in assessing family needs and helping connect families with appropriate community resources.
• Support caseworkers in monitoring service participation and child well-being.
• Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and other service agencies to promote positive outcomes for children.
• Help facilitate family-child team meetings and case staffing's.
• Assist with documentation, data entry, and preparation of reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern