Intact Family Recovery Worker at Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois – Oak Brook, Illinois

Effective Date: March 1, 2024
NON-MANAGEMENT JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Intact Family Recovery Worker
Exempt/Non-exempt: NON-EXEMPT
Immediate Supervisor: Program Manager

Compensation Range: $52,416 - $57,416

Benefits: Click Here to view LCFS' Full-Time Employee Benefits.

Essential Functions:
1. Primarily responsible for providing support and assistance to families where the mother requires immediate
substance abuse treatment, ensuring access to appropriate resources and services.
2. Conduct comprehensive assessments of families referred by the Department of Children and Family Services
(DCFS) to determine their needs and strengths.
3. Collaborate with Rincon Family Services and other treatment providers to facilitate the mother's enrollment in
intensive substance abuse treatment programs, including in-patient care.
4. Coordinate transportation and logistics for children to remain with their family while the mother is in treatment,
ensuring their safety and well-being.
5. Offer counseling and emotional support to family members, including children, to help them cope with the
challenges and stressors associated with substance abuse and recovery.
6. Develop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with families, addressing their unique needs
and goals for recovery and family stability.
7. Conduct regular check-ins and follow-up visits with families to monitor their progress, provide ongoing support,
and address any emerging issues or concerns.
8. Advocate on behalf of families to ensure access to necessary resources and services, including housing
assistance, childcare, medical care, and legal support.
9. Collaborate with DCFS caseworkers, healthcare providers, legal advocates, and other professionals involved in
the care of the family to ensure coordinated and comprehensive support.
10. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all interactions, assessments, service plans, and progress
towards goals, in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
11. Participate in regular team meetings, case conferences, and trainings to enhance professional development and
ensure effective coordination of services.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
Must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field, with a preference for
candidates holding a Master's degree. A minimum of 2 years of experience in substance abuse treatment, child welfare,
family support, or related social services is required, providing the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for
effectively supporting families impacted by substance abuse. The candidate should demonstrate a track record of
working with families affected by substance abuse, showcasing their familiarity with trauma-informed care principles
and best practices for promoting recovery and family stability. Additionally, relevant licensure or certification may be
required based on state regulations, further enhancing the candidate's qualifications and ensuring compliance with
professional standards. Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience collaborating with interdisciplinary
teams and possessing strong advocacy skills, enabling them to effectively advocate for the needs of families and
coordinate comprehensive support services.

Physical Demands and Other Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties listed in the job description
satisfactorily. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is
frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel
objects, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Capable of operating standard office equipment, including a computer
and keyboard, calculator, typical business machines such as a fax machine and copier. The employee must occasionally
lift and/or move up to 20-30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and
the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to have valid driver's license, auto insurance and must be able to
safely operate a motor vehicle. The work environment characteristics include a noise level which is usually low to
moderate.

Diversity and Inclusion/ Professionalism: In all aspects of their work presents as a role model to others,

behaving in a way which actively supports LCFS as a welcoming community, promotes diversity and inclusion in

the workplace and collaborates with others to further equity and dismantle barriers to a more inclusive

experience of community. Participates in annual professional development and/or advocacy regarding inclusion.

Ethical Conduct: Follows all ethics policies and procedures related to program execution and decision making as

defined by the agency as well as any related professional licensing, regulatory or accrediting body. Maintain

confidentiality of client, staff, and agency information. Reports any known or suspected breaches of

confidentiality in accordance with policy. Reports possible misconduct or relevant errors/ oversight in a timely

manner and responsibly addresses related issues with chain of command.

Communication/ Interpersonal Skills: Consistently conveys clear, accurate, timely, and respectful

communication appropriate for the situation. Informs appropriate management staff when incident occurs or a

crisis situation. Maintains professional boundaries with clients/residents, staff, interns, volunteers, and vendors.

Able to successfully share skills and concepts with others and works effectively with others under time and

environmental pressures.

Safety and Agency Resource Utilization: Demonstrates sound judgement and foresight in safety awareness and

in daily work. Notifies, in a timely manner, the supervisory chain of any incidents or circumstances that need

attention. Report all suspicions or allegations of abuse immediately to their supervisor. Ensures appropriate

utilization of materials and resources and minimizes waste.

Other Responsibilities: All other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

LCFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer