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Senior Social Worker - Child Welfare

Hope Community Services
Chicago
Salary Estimate
USD 65.000 – USD 85.000
Live Update
17 Mei 2026
Deadline
17 Mei 2027

Job Description

Join Hope Community Services as a Senior Social Worker and transform lives in Chicago's vulnerable communities. We're seeking a compassionate professional to lead our child welfare initiatives, providing critical support to at-risk families while advocating for systemic change. This role combines direct client care with program development opportunities in a mission-driven environment.

Our ideal candidate thrives in high-impact settings, possesses advanced clinical skills, and shares our commitment to equity and trauma-informed care. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and a supportive team culture dedicated to social justice.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop intervention plans for families involved in child welfare cases
  • Provide crisis intervention, counseling, and case management services to children and caregivers
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including schools, courts, and healthcare providers
  • Develop and implement community outreach programs addressing systemic barriers
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state/federal regulations
  • Train and mentor junior social staff on trauma-informed practices
  • Analyze program outcomes to drive continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from accredited institution
  • LCSW licensure in Illinois with 3+ years child welfare experience
  • Certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy preferred
  • Expertise in crisis intervention and family systems theory
  • Strong analytical skills for program evaluation and data-driven decisions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders
  • Valid Illinois driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency highly desirable

Required Skills

Clinical Social Work Child Welfare Trauma-Informed Care Case Management Crisis Intervention Program Development Family Systems Theory Cultural Competency Policy Advocacy

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