Case Aide at Hoyleton Youth and Family Services – Fairview Heights, Illinois

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides transportation, supervision and other support for the foster care program, including foster children, foster parents, biological parents and caseworkers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides transportation to and from parent-child visitation, counseling and other services.
• Provides supervision during visits, assuring appropriate interaction between parents and children; completes case notes concerning parent-child visits and informs caseworkers of any concerns.
• Makes telephone calls to confirm appointment.
• Thoroughly documents factual information of observation during visitation. Documentation must be submitted daily.
• Follows agency and state guidelines regarding driving, rules of the road and safety.
• Performs administrative assignments as requested

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possess the experience, personal qualities and practice skills to work effectively with professionals from a variety of disciplines both internally and with other organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• Must be able to drive independently.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or GED required, Associates, or Bachelor's Degree
• A minimum of one year working with children.