Family Support Worker jobs at Brightpoint

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Healthy Start Home Visitor meets with expectant parents and families with young children in Dewitt and McLean Counties, providing strength-based, family-centered services, comprehensive assessment, and education. As a Home Visitor, you will develop safe and trusting relationships with expectant and new parents, helping them to expand their support networks, maximize access to needed services, and providing support and expertise as they successfully navigate the parenting journey. Candidate qualifications: Associate's Degree in a human services field required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. One year of experience working with families with children under the age of 5 required. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Job Responsibilities: Completes assessments with families to determine child/family needs, according to specified timelines.    Establishes trusting and nurturing relationships with clients/participants.   Provides observations of parent-child interactions, careful listening, and empathic responses and engages clients/participants in reflection on the developing parent-child relationship.   Assists clients/participants to expand their support systems by providing community networking/ advocacy for and with family members; provides information and assistance in locating and accessing community resources that support family well-being and ensures successful linkages to needed services, such as early intervention, mental health, social service supports, health care, etc.   Maintains positive working relationships with collateral partners, referring agencies and other community resources.   Assists families in establishing goals and creating a plan for accomplishment of those goals including resource identification.   Supports families who may have witnessed or experienced trauma, domestic violence, mental health issues, homelessness and/or substance abuse. When needed, develops safety plans for family well-being.    Completes required documentation, paperwork and data entry accurately and within designated timelines.   Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $19-$21 per hour; offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (office-based/remote). This is not a fully remote position, but there are opportunities to work from home. Must be available to provide home- and community-based services, in-person, to program participants in Dewitt and McLean Counties of Central Illinois, and work from the home office in Bloomington, IL at least 3 times per week for in-person engagements with the team and supervisor. Case notes and other administrative tasks can be completed from home if desired. Schedule: Full-time, hourly. Monday - Friday, general business hours with some flexibility to provide evening availability as needed to accommodate client schedules. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Family Support Specialist serves as the first point of contact for families in Tazewell and Woodford Counties, and is responsible for carrying out all funding source requirements to confirm participant eligibility, identify needs of children and families, coordinate, enroll and track participation in services to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families, and maximize the family's well-being and the academic functioning of children. Candidate qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field and/or Family Specialist Gateway Level 5 Credential required. A year of experience working with families with children under the age of 5 required. Case management experience preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. Knowledgeable of community resources Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $20.19-$22.24 per hour, offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (on-site/community-based/remote): Work is completed at home-based and other community based-locations in Tazewell and Woodford Counties, with the need to work from the Bloomington Office 2-3 times per week for team meetings and other program needs. Some opportunities for flexible/remote options. Schedule: Full-time, hourly; general business hours with some flexibility required for special projects and evening/weekend recruitment events and flexibility for home visits. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Early Start Home Visitor meets with expectant parents and families with young children in McLean County, providing strength-based, family-centered services, comprehensive assessment, parent support groups and education. As a Home Visitor, you will develop safe and trusting relationships with expectant and new parents, helping them to expand their support networks, maximize access to needed services, and providing support and expertise as they successfully navigate the parenting journey. Candidate qualifications: Associate's Degree in a human services field required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. One year of experience working with families with children under the age of 5 required. Ability to speak English and Spanish preferred. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Core Responsibilities: Implements assigned Home Visiting model with fidelity. Completes assessments with families to determine child/family needs, according to specified timelines. Establishes trusting and nurturing relationships with clients/participants. Provides observations of parent-child interactions, careful listening, and empathic responses and engages clients/participants in reflection on the developing parent-child relationship. Assists clients/participants to expand their support systems by providing community networking/ advocacy for and with family members; provides information and assistance in locating and accessing community resources that support family well-being and ensures successful linkages to needed services, such as early intervention, mental health, social service supports, health care, etc. Supports families who may have witnessed or experienced trauma, domestic violence, mental health issues, homelessness and/or substance abuse. When needed, develops safety plans for family well-being. Plans and facilitates groups that may include parent education topics, expanding social support systems and socialization/interaction of children and families Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $18.47-$20.78 per hour, offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (1-2 days WFH). This is not a fully remote position, but there are opportunities to work from home. Must be available to provide home- and community-based services, in-person, to program participants in McLean County of Central Illinois, and work from the home office in Bloomington, IL at least 3 times per week for in-person engagements with the team and supervisor. Case notes and other administrative tasks can be completed from home if desired. Schedule: Full-time, hourly. Monday - Friday, general business hours with some flexibility to provide evening availability as needed to accommodate client schedules. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Navigator/Case Manager for Thriving Fathers & Families works directly with fathers by providing case management, individualized assessment, and strengths-based goal planning and implementation. In this role you will also coordinate and facilitate trainings and other father-child enrichment activities for participants and their families, and work in close collaboration with other Thriving Fathers & Families Project staff to ensure effective service coordination. Candidate qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a related field preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking preferred. Three years of experience working in a strengths-based environment with fathers and families required. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Experience in community collaboration and networking a preferred. Job details: Compensation : Hourly: Range is between $20.78-$23.09/hour; offers are commensurate with experience. Bilingual candidates may receive additional financial compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (remote/community-based); outreach and event participation required in Winnebago County with opportunities to work remotely when not attending on-site meetings or events. Home office is at our Rockford location. Schedule: Full-time, hourly; general business hours with some flexibility for special projects & events Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Family Support Specialist serves as the first point of contact for families who apply for center-based Early Childhood services at Brightpoint. The Family Support Specialist is responsible for participant eligibility, identifying the needs of children and families, and coordinating, enrolling and tracking participation in services to maximize the child and family's well-being. As a Family Support Specialist, you will recruit families with children for enrollment in the program, complete and obtain all essential documentation to validate eligibility, coordinate the placement of eligible children and establish trusting, nurturing relationships with program participants. Candidate qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family and Consumer Science, Family Studies or Counseling required. Gateways Level 5 Family Specialist Credential or equivalent Family Development Credential required. A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with culturally diverse families preferred. Knowledge and understanding of normal child growth/development and parent-child relationships preferred. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish required. (Candidates without the required degree/credentials may be considered with an approved educational plan) Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $26.44 - $28.40 per hour, offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Classroom setting (1701 West 63rd Street) Schedule: Full-time, hourly; general business hours with some flexibility required for special projects and evening/weekend recruitment events. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Family Support Specialist serves as the first point of contact for families who apply for home-based Early Childhood services at Brightpoint. The Family Support Specialist is responsible for participant eligibility, identifying the needs of children and families, coordinating, enrolling and tracking participation in services in order to maximize the child and family's well-being. As a Family Support Specialist, you will recruit families with children for enrollment in the program, complete and obtain all essential documentation to validate eligibility, coordinate the placement of eligible children and establish trusting, nurturing relationships with program participants. Candidate qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Family and Consumer Science, Family Studies or Counseling required. Gateways Level 5 Family Specialist Credential or equivalent Family Development Credential required. A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with culturally diverse families preferred. Proficient Bilingual English/Spanish skills speaking, writing and reading both languages required. Knowledge and understanding of normal child growth/development and parent-child relationships preferred. Valid driver's license, insurance and a reliable vehicle required. (Candidates without the required degree/credentials may be considered with an approved educational plan). Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $26.44 - $28.40 per hour, offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Englewood-Mitzi Freidheim Center, 1701 West 63rd Street. Schedule: Full-time, hourly; flexible work schedule that may occasionally include working evenings and weekends. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Home Visitor provides comprehensive, long-term home-visiting services within a strength-based, family-centered model to high risk first-time parents and families with young children, birth through 5 years of age. The Home Visitor also assesses infant/child and family needs, help families to establish plans to reach family and child development goals, assists families to expand their support systems, provides parenting support, and facilitates groups. Core Responsibilities: Meet regularly with families with young children in their homes to complete assessments, develop goals, and provide services aligned with the strengths and needs of the child and family. Provide observations of parent-child interactions, including assessing for effective communication and empathic responses, and engage parents in reflective dialogue on the developing parent-child relationship. Assist parents in forming community connections aligned with service goals, including referral and linkage with providers of early intervention, mental health, health care, and other supportive services. Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with key community providers. Candidate qualifications: Associates degree in social work, psychology, early childhood, child development or other closely related field preferred One year of experience working with families with children under the age of 5 required. Adept at communicating effectively - both in writing and verbally. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a required. Able to attend in-person family visits and meetings, and you have a valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle. Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $20.19-$23.24 per hour, offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (remote/in office); the Home Visitor provides in-home services to families in Champaign, Vermilion, Ford, Piatt, Coles, Moultrie and Douglas counties; may have the opportunity to work remotely from a home or assigned office between visits. Schedule: Full-time, hourly; general business hours with some flexibility required for evening family visits and special projects. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint (formerly known as Children's Home & Aid) invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Bilingual Foster Care Specialist is a critical member of the region's child welfare team, working collaboratively within and across programs to ensure a relentless focus on keeping children safe and supporting families, consistent with our agency's Blueprint of Impact, which includes replacing what we currently think of as child welfare services with what we know to be child, family, and community well-being solutions. As a Bilingual Foster Care Specialist, you will gain experience in collaborating with families who have an indicated report of abuse or neglect to work towards a safe reunification or an alternative permanency plan to ensure the wellbeing of every child. Your daily routine will involve providing comprehensive and trauma-informed case management services to a reduced case load of families involved in the child welfare system and providing supplemental services to families assigned to Advanced and Lead Specialists. Case management services include assessing the safety and needs of children and families, engaging biological families to assist them in strengthening their parenting skills and knowledge, providing support to foster families to ensure the needs of the foster children are consistently and appropriately met, establishing collaborative relationships with service providers and institutions that play a role in the family's situation, monitoring biological families' efforts and progress towards goals aimed at family reunification and providing testimony in the Juvenile Court System regarding the best interest of children and families. With support from your supervisor and the Lead Specialist on your team, you will be supported in developing the required competencies to be promoted into an Advanced Specialist position within 6-12 months of hire. Candidate qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field required. Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL), Child Endangerment Risk Assessment Protocol (CERAP), and Child Abuse and Neglect (CANS) certification required, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Ability to speak English and Spanish required. Experience providing collaborative, strength-based services to kids and families preferred. Ability to attend in-person meetings and events as needed required. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Job details: Compensation: $57,416/annual fixed salary for qualified English/Spanish bilingual candidates. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Sign-On Bonus: A $2,000 sign-on bonus payable in two installments: $1,000 payable within the first two pay periods, with an additional $1,000 payable after 3 months of consecutive employment. Internal candidates are not eligible for sign-on bonus. Additional Compensation: A $3,000 CWEL Stay Bonus payable in two installments: $1,500 after 6 months of consecutive employment and $1,500 after 12 months of consecutive employment. Eligibility for the bonus is contingent upon the role requiring the CWEL certification. Opportunity for Promotion: Eligibility for promotion into an Advanced Specialist role within 6-12 months of hire which includes a salary increase. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (remote/in office); majority of your time will be spent in the Chicagoland area completing home visits to foster homes or meeting with clients in an agency office or community setting, with other opportunities to complete service documentation and other case coordination from your preferred location (in office, or remotely). Schedule: Full-time, salaried; general business hours with some flexibility required for accommodating client's schedules and special projects. On call responsibilities on a shared rotation. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). 

Brightpoint (formerly known as Children's Home & Aid) invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Bilingual Foster Care Specialist is a critical member of the region's child welfare team, working collaboratively within and across programs to ensure a relentless focus on keeping children safe and supporting families, consistent with our agency's Blueprint of Impact, which includes replacing what we currently think of as child welfare services with what we know to be child, family, and community well-being solutions. As a Bilingual Foster Care Specialist, you will gain experience in collaborating with families who have an indicated report of abuse or neglect to work towards a safe reunification or an alternative permanency plan to ensure the wellbeing of every child. Your daily routine will involve providing comprehensive and trauma-informed case management services to a reduced case load of families involved in the child welfare system and providing supplemental services to families assigned to Advanced and Lead Specialists. Case management services include assessing the safety and needs of children and families, engaging biological families to assist them in strengthening their parenting skills and knowledge, providing support to foster families to ensure the needs of the foster children are consistently and appropriately met, establishing collaborative relationships with service providers and institutions that play a role in the family's situation, monitoring biological families' efforts and progress towards goals aimed at family reunification and providing testimony in the Juvenile Court System regarding the best interest of children and families. With support from your supervisor and the Lead Specialist on your team, you will be supported in developing the required competencies to be promoted into an Advanced Specialist position within 6-12 months of hire. Candidate qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field required. Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL), Child Endangerment Risk Assessment Protocol (CERAP), and Child Abuse and Neglect (CANS) certification required, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Ability to speak English and Spanish required. Experience providing collaborative, strength-based services to kids and families preferred. Ability to attend in-person meetings and events as needed required. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Job details: Compensation: $57,416/annual fixed salary for qualified English/Spanish bilingual candidates. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Additional Compensation: A $3,000 CWEL Stay Bonus payable in two installments: $1,500 after 6 months of consecutive employment and $1,500 after 12 months of consecutive employment. Eligibility for the bonus is contingent upon the role requiring the CWEL certification. Opportunity for Promotion: Eligibility for promotion into an Advanced Specialist role within 6-12 months of hire which includes a salary increase. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (remote/in office); majority of your time will be spent in the Chicagoland area completing home visits to foster homes or meeting with clients in an agency office or community setting, with other opportunities to complete service documentation and other case coordination from your preferred location (in office, or remotely). Schedule: Full-time, salaried; general business hours with some flexibility required for accommodating client's schedules and special projects. On call responsibilities on a shared rotation. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). 

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Foster Care Specialist is a critical member of the region's child welfare team, working collaboratively within and across programs to ensure a relentless focus on keeping children safe and supporting families, consistent with our agency's Blueprint of Impact, which includes replacing what we currently think of as child welfare services with what we know to be child, family, and community well-being solutions. As a Foster Care Specialist, you will gain experience in collaborating with families who have an indicated report of abuse or neglect to work towards a safe reunification or an alternative permanency plan to ensure the wellbeing of every child. Your daily routine will involve providing comprehensive and trauma-informed case management services to a reduced case load of families involved in the child welfare system and providing supplemental services to families assigned to Advanced and Lead Specialists. Case management services include assessing the safety and needs of children and families, engaging biological families to assist them in strengthening their parenting skills and knowledge, providing support to foster families to ensure the needs of the foster children are consistently and appropriately met, establishing collaborative relationships with service providers and institutions that play a role in the family's situation, monitoring biological families' efforts and progress towards goals aimed at family reunification and providing testimony in the Juvenile Court System regarding the best interest of children and families. With support from your supervisor and the Lead Specialist on your team, you will be supported in developing the required competencies to be promoted into an Advanced Specialist position within 6-12 months of hire. Candidate qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field required. Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL), Child Endangerment Risk Assessment Protocol (CERAP), and Child Abuse and Neglect (CANS) certification required, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Experience providing collaborative, strength-based services to kids and families preferred. Ability to attend in-person meetings and events as needed required. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Job details: Compensation: $52,416/annual fixed salary. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Sign-On Bonus: A $2,000 sign-on bonus payable in two installments: $1,000 payable within the first two pay periods, with an additional $1,000 payable after 3 months of consecutive employment. Internal candidates are not eligible for sign-on bonus. Additional Compensation: A $3,000 CWEL Stay Bonus payable in two installments: $1,500 after 6 months of consecutive employment and $1,500 after 12 months of consecutive employment. Eligibility for the bonus is contingent upon the role requiring the CWEL certification. Opportunity for Promotion: Eligibility for promotion into an Advanced Specialist role within 6-12 months of hire which includes a salary increase. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (remote/in office); majority of your time will be spent in Cook County and surrounding areas completing home visits to foster homes or meeting with clients in an agency office or community setting, with other opportunities to complete service documentation and other case coordination from your preferred location (in office, or remotely). Schedule: Full-time, salaried; general business hours with some flexibility required for accommodating client's schedules and special projects. On call responsibilities on a shared rotation. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). 

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Home Visitor provides comprehensive, long-term home-visiting services within a strength-based, family-centered model to high risk first-time parents and families with young children, birth through 5 years of age. The Home Visitor also assesses infant/child and family needs, help families to establish plans to reach family and child development goals, assists families to expand their support systems, provides parenting support, and facilitates groups. Core Responsibilities: Meet regularly with families with young children in their homes to complete assessments, develop goals, and provide services aligned with the strengths and needs of the child and family. Provide observations of parent-child interactions, including assessing for effective communication and empathic responses, and engage parents in reflective dialogue on the developing parent-child relationship. Assist parents in forming community connections aligned with service goals, including referral and linkage with providers of early intervention, mental health, health care, and other supportive services. Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with key community providers. Candidate qualifications: Associates degree in social work, psychology, early childhood, child development or other closely related field preferred One year of experience working with families with children under the age of 5 required. Able to attend in-person family visits and meetings, and you must have a valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle. Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish is preferred. Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $18.00- $19.50 per hour, offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Hybrid (remote/in office); the Home Visitor provides in-home services to families in Champaign, Vermilion, Ford, and Piatt counties; may have the opportunity to work remotely from a home or assigned office between visits. Schedule: Full-time, hourly; general business hours with some flexibility required for evening family visits and special projects. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Outreach Worker is a critical member of the Adoption Support & Preservation team, meeting with children and teens to offer mentoring and opportunities for positive youth development activities. The Outreach Worker also provides parents with applicable community referrals. As an Outreach Worker, you will provide one-on-one respite and mentoring services to adoptive children with behavioral and attachment challenges, work with program therapists to implement goals, plan group activities, facilitate monthly children's social groups, and refer parents to needed community resources. This flexible part-time position includes some evening and weekend hours and is a great way to start your career in the social work field. Core Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Delivers direct services to program participants. This includes assessment, planning, respite and mentor services, and referral information, as required by the program. Delivers comprehensive services consistent with the program plan, as required by the program. Delivers supportive services to program participants which may include transportation. May attend community events with program participants. Works under the direct guidance and supervision of an assigned staff member. Documents all services provided according to program guidelines and may complete monthly or quarterly reporting or billing. Candidate qualifications: High School Diploma/equivalent required. Some college preferred. At least one year of relevant experience. Must be at least 21 years of age. Availability to work evenings and occasionally on weekends. Professional, effective oral and written communication style required. Well organized, detail-oriented, resourceful, and self-directed. Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation required. Job details: Compensation: Hourly Range $16.60-$18/hour; offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: services are offered in the 9 surrounding Northern counties (Stephenson, JoDavies, Boone, Winnebago, Lee, Ogle, Dekalb, Whiteside, Carroll) to families in their homes and other community-based locations as well as virtually when necessary; between in-person client services, staff may work from the Regional Rockford Office (424 7th Street) or a remote location. Schedule: Part-time, hourly; flexible scheduling includes some evening and weekend appointments. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Family Counselor is a critical member of the Youth Services team, providing crisis intervention, follow-up crisis stabilization, and short-term counseling and case management services to youth, age 11-23, and their families. The goal of the Youth Services program is to preserve and reunify families, to prevent placement of youth in the state child welfare or juvenile justice system due to runaway or lockout, and to prepare older youth for successful independent living. As a Family Counselor, you will meet with clients and families in their homes and other community-based locations, providing individualized services aimed at strengthening relationships, addressing trauma, and building positive community connections. The Family Counselor also coordinates services with other relevant providers and develop appropriate referral plans, completes thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform, and provides after-hours support to remote field staff on an on-call rotation. Core Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution with youth and their families as necessary. Provides individual and family counseling according to program model. Provides comprehensive case management services to a caseload of clients which includes needs assessment, service planning, case coordination, service brokerage, linkages with community resources, and monitoring progress toward client(s) goals and objectives and makes recommendations for on-going services when necessary. Establishes trusting, nurturing, therapeutic relationships with clients and their families. Arranges and/or provides services needed to meet the immediate needs of client(s). Assesses youth and family functioning for safety, risk and protective factors and determines appropriate interventions. Formulates service plans and goals with client(s), obtains supervisory approval of the plan, and is responsible for the implementation of the plan. Analyzes and evaluates progress in the service plan and modifies when necessary to meet the needs and goals of the client(s). Provides psychoeducation, including positive parent-youth interactions, problem-solving, adolescent development and positive parenting. Candidate qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, OR a Bachelor's degree in a human services field plus at least two years' related experience working with children and families. Experience with high-risk youth and their families in crisis preferred. Counseling experience or training preferred. Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle required. Effective listening and trust-focused relationship-building skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Job details: Compensation: Salary Range $47k-$51k; offers are commensurate with experience. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here) Location: Family Counselors provide in-home and community-based services in Alton, IL and the surrounding area. Office space available at 6 Crossroads Court in Alton, IL. Schedule: Full-time, salaried; general business hours with flexibility for evening appointments to accommodate clients' schedules. Position requires participation in after-hours on-call crisis rotation. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Family Counselor is a critical member of the Youth Services team, providing crisis intervention, follow-up crisis stabilization, and short-term counseling and case management services to youth, age 11-23, and their families. The goal of the Youth Services program is to preserve and reunify families, to prevent placement of youth in the state child welfare or juvenile justice system due to runaway or lockout, and to prepare older youth for successful independent living. As a Family Counselor, you will meet with clients and families in their homes and other community-based locations, providing individualized services aimed at strengthening relationships, addressing trauma, and building positive community connections. The Family Counselor also coordinates services with other relevant providers and develop appropriate referral plans, completes thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform, and provides after-hours support to remote field staff on an on-call rotation. Core Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution with youth and their families as necessary. Provides individual and family counseling according to program model. Provides comprehensive case management services to a caseload of clients which includes needs assessment, service planning, case coordination, service brokerage, linkages with community resources, and monitoring progress toward client(s) goals and objectives and makes recommendations for on-going services when necessary. Establishes trusting, nurturing, therapeutic relationships with clients and their families. Arranges and/or provides services needed to meet the immediate needs of client(s). Assesses youth and family functioning for safety, risk and protective factors and determines appropriate interventions. Formulates service plans and goals with client(s), obtains supervisory approval of the plan, and is responsible for the implementation of the plan. Analyzes and evaluates progress in the service plan and modifies when necessary to meet the needs and goals of the client(s). Provides psychoeducation, including positive parent-youth interactions, problem-solving, adolescent development and positive parenting. Candidate qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, OR a Bachelor's degree in a human services field plus at least two years' related experience working with children and families. Experience with high-risk youth and their families in crisis preferred. Counseling experience or training preferred. Ability to speak English and Spanish preferred. Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle required. Effective listening and trust-focused relationship-building skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Job details: Compensation: Salary Range $47k-$51k; offers are commensurate with experience. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here) Location: Family Counselors provide in-home and community-based services in East St. Louis and the surrounding counties. Office space available at 6 Crossroads Court in Alton, IL. Schedule: Full-time, salaried; general business hours with flexibility for evening appointments to accommodate clients' schedules. Position requires participation in after-hours on-call crisis rotation. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Family Counselor is a critical member of the Youth Services team, providing crisis intervention, follow-up crisis stabilization, and short-term counseling and case management services to youth, age 11-23, and their families. The goal of the Youth Services program is to preserve and reunify families, to prevent placement of youth in the state child welfare or juvenile justice system due to runaway or lockout, and to prepare older youth for successful independent living. As a Family Counselor, you will meet with clients and families in their homes and other community-based locations, providing individualized services aimed at strengthening relationships, addressing trauma, and building positive community connections. The Family Counselor also coordinates services with other relevant providers and develop appropriate referral plans, completes thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform, and provides after-hours support to remote field staff on an on-call rotation. Core Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution with youth and their families as necessary. Provides individual and family counseling according to program model. Provides comprehensive case management services to a caseload of clients which include: needs assessment, service planning, case coordination, service brokerage, linkages with community resources, and monitoring progress toward client(s) goals and objectives and makes recommendations for on-going services when necessary. Establishes trusting, nurturing, therapeutic relationships with clients and their families. Arranges and/or provides services needed to meet the immediate needs of client(s). Assesses youth and family functioning for safety, risk and protective factors and determines appropriate interventions. Formulates service plans and goals with client(s), obtains supervisory approval of the plan, and is responsible for the implementation of the plan. Analyzes and evaluates progress in the service plan and modifies when necessary to meet the needs and goals of the client(s). Provides psychoeducation, including positive parent-youth interactions, problem-solving, adolescent development and positive parenting. Assists families to improve their support systems by providing families with information about community services and advocacy. Assists in locating and accessing community resources, including health care. Maintains positive working relationships with referring agencies and other community resources. Coordinates services and attends meetings with other agencies, systems and community providers to meet the needs of the client(s). Schedules appointments to the client(s) home or a setting most agreeable to the client(s) at a time that is convenient for involved parties, including regular evening appointments. Provides and/or arranges transportation for clients. Develops aftercare service/treatment plans with the client and ensures that any recommended services or providers are in place prior to client(s) being discharged. Participates in an on-call rotation, which may include providing after-hours crisis intervention. Attends regular supervision staffing's with designated program supervisor and attends clinical supervision with clinical team when deemed necessary. Meets the documenting, record-keeping and billing requirements of the program. Candidate qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, OR a Bachelor's degree in a human services field plus at least two years' related experience working with children and families. Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle. Effective listening and trust-focused relationship-building skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Counseling experience or training preferred. Job details: Compensation: Salary Range $47k-$51k; offers are commensurate with experience. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Family Counselors provide in-home and community-based services in Madison and surrounding counties. Schedule: Full-time, salaried; general business hours with flexibility for evening appointments to accommodate clients' schedules. Position requires participation in after-hours on-call crisis rotation. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Outreach Worker is a critical member of the Adoption Support & Preservation team, meeting with children and teens to offer mentoring and opportunities for positive youth development activities. The Outreach Worker also provides parents with applicable community referrals. As an Outreach Worker, you will provide one-on-one respite and mentoring services to adoptive children with behavioral and attachment challenges, work with program therapists to implement goals, plan group activities, facilitate monthly children's social groups, and refer parents to needed community resources. This flexible part-time position includes evening and weekend hours and is a great way to start your career in the social work field. Core Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Delivers direct services to program participants. This includes assessment, planning, respite and mentor services, and referral information, as required by the program. Delivers comprehensive services consistent with the program plan, as required by the program. Delivers supportive services to program participants which may include transportation. May attend community events with program participants. Works under the direct guidance and supervision of an assigned staff member. Documents all services provided according to program guidelines and may complete monthly or quarterly reporting or billing. Candidate qualifications: High School Diploma/equivalent required. Some college preferred. At least one year of relevant experience working with children and families. Must be at least 21 years of age. Availability to work evenings and on weekends required. Professional, effective oral and written communication style required. Well organized, detail-oriented, resourceful, and self-directed. Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation required. Job details: Compensation: Hourly Range $16.60-$18/hour; offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: services are offered in southern Illinois to families in their homes and other community-based locations as well as virtually when necessary; between in-person client services, staff may work from the Regional Granite City office or a remote location. Schedule: Part-time, hourly; flexible scheduling includes evening and weekend appointments. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Family Counselor is a critical member of the Youth Services team, providing crisis intervention, follow-up crisis stabilization, and short-term counseling and case management services to youth, age 11-23, and their families. The goal of the Youth Services program is to preserve and reunify families, to prevent placement of youth in the state child welfare or juvenile justice system due to runaway or lockout, and to prepare older youth for successful independent living. As a Family Counselor, you will meet with clients and families in their homes and other community-based locations, providing individualized services aimed at strengthening relationships, addressing trauma, and building positive community connections. The Family Counselor also coordinates services with other relevant providers and develop appropriate referral plans, completes thorough and timely documentation, including assessment and service notes, using a web-based client services platform, and provides after-hours support to remote field staff on an on-call rotation. Core Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution with youth and their families as necessary. Provides individual and family counseling according to program model. Provides comprehensive case management services to a caseload of clients which includes needs assessment, service planning, case coordination, service brokerage, linkages with community resources, and monitoring progress toward client(s) goals and objectives and makes recommendations for on-going services when necessary. Establishes trusting, nurturing, therapeutic relationships with clients and their families. Arranges and/or provides services needed to meet the immediate needs of client(s). Assesses youth and family functioning for safety, risk and protective factors and determines appropriate interventions. Formulates service plans and goals with client(s), obtains supervisory approval of the plan, and is responsible for the implementation of the plan. Analyzes and evaluates progress in the service plan and modifies when necessary to meet the needs and goals of the client(s). Provides psychoeducation, including positive parent-youth interactions, problem-solving, adolescent development and positive parenting. Candidate qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field required OR a Bachelor's degree in a human services field plus at least two years' related experience working with children and families required. Experience with high-risk youth and their families in crisis preferred. Counseling experience or training preferred. Ability to speak English and Spanish preferred. Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle required. Effective listening and trust-focused relationship-building skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Job details: Compensation: Salary Range $47k-$51k; offers are commensurate with experience. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 3+ weeks paid time off in the first year including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day (PTO increases with tenure); 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match (more benefits details here). Location: Family Counselors provide in-home and community-based services in Madison and surrounding counties. Schedule: Full-time, salaried; general business hours with flexibility for evening appointments to accommodate clients' schedules. Position requires participation in after-hours on-call crisis rotation. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Youth Crisis Worker is a critical member of the Youth Services team, providing after-hours crisis intervention services to runaway and homeless youth and their families on an on-call basis. As a Youth Crisis Worker, you will rely on your ability to quickly build rapport, listen nonjudgmentally, facilitate effective communication through conflict, and partner with youth and families to help them negotiate solutions that work for their individual circumstances. Youth Crisis Workers sign up for at least eight flexible shifts per month based on their personal availability; shifts may include weekends, evening/overnight, or holidays. During on-call shifts, Youth Crisis Workers respond in-person to police departments to provide after-hours crisis intervention services to youth who have run away, been locked out, or are without a safe place to stay. During crisis intervention, Youth Crisis Workers meet with youth and parents to understand both perspectives, facilitate effective communication, and help the family negotiate a safe and appropriate solution, complete initial assessments of safety and protective factors to help inform the crisis intervention process, and may transport youth to temporary placements, using a personal vehicle (mileage expenses reimbursed by agency). Candidate qualifications: At least two years of college coursework in Social Work or a related field, OR two years of experience working with youth and families, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. (All candidates must have at least high school diploma/GED.) Availablility to respond in-person to after-hours crisis calls (within 60-90 minutes depending on location). Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Excellent skills at communicating effectively and empathically, even in a high-conflict situation. Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $20-22/hr. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Location: crisis intervention is provided in-person in police departments in Madison, St. Clair, Bond, Clinton, Washington, Jersey, Greene, Calhoune, Montgomery, and Macoupin Counties (Southern Illinois); documentation and some meetings may occur remotely. Schedule: Part-time, after-hours, on-call; weeknight shifts are 5pm-9am, weekend and holidays shifts are 24 hours 9am-9am. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Brightpoint invites you to join our team of mission-driven staff who share a common vision: an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. As a leader in the human services sector for 140 years, we aim to advance the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Youth Crisis Worker is a critical member of the Youth Services team, providing crisis intervention services to runaway and homeless youth and their families on an on-call basis. As a Youth Crisis Worker, you will rely on your ability to quickly build rapport, listen nonjudgmentally, facilitate effective communication through conflict, and partner with youth and families to help them negotiate solutions that work for their individual circumstances. Youth Crisis Workers sign up for at least eight flexible shifts per month based on their personal availability; shifts may include holidays. During on-call shifts, Youth Crisis Workers respond in-person to police departments to provide crisis intervention services to youth who have run away, been locked out, or are without a safe place to stay. During crisis intervention, Youth Crisis Workers meet with youth and parents to understand both perspectives, facilitate effective communication, and help the family negotiate a safe and appropriate solution, complete initial assessments of safety and protective factors to help inform the crisis intervention process, and may transport youth to temporary placements, using a personal vehicle (mileage expenses reimbursed by agency). Core Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Responds to all police calls and appropriate referrals within the program timeframes. Provides information and referrals to non-mandated youth and families. Acts as a mediator/negotiator for families requiring crisis intervention. Assesses for safety risks, creates safety plans and refers to mental health and/or child welfare professionals when necessary. Develops a temporary alternate placement arrangement for youth who cannot return home, within program policy and guidelines and when authorized by the Coordinator or Supervisor. Delivers supportive services to clients including transportation, as required by the program. Writes case notes and completes intake paperwork, safety screens, crisis stabilization plans and other documentation. Participates in an on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Works under the direct guidance and supervision of an assigned staff member. Completes all documentation requirements Candidate qualifications: At least two years of college coursework in Social Work or a related field, OR two years of experience working with youth and families in a trauma-informed setting, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. (All candidates must have at least high school diploma/GED.) Availability to respond in-person to crisis calls (within 60-90 minutes depending on location). Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle required. Excellent skills at communicating effectively and empathically, even in a high-conflict situation. Job details: Compensation: Hourly: Range is between $18-$20/hr. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates. Location: crisis intervention is provided in-person in police departments in Madison, St. Clair, Bond, Clinton, Washington, Jersey, Greene, Calhoune, Montgomery, and Macoupin Counties (Southern Illinois); documentation and some meetings may occur remotely. Schedule: Part-time, on-call; weekday shifts are 8:30am-5pm, holidays shifts are 24 hours 9am-9am. We don't just hire talent-we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).