Family Services Specialist

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• Maintain case history records and prepare reports.
• Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
• Serve as liaisons between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children who face problems, such as disabilities, abuse, or poverty.
• Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.
• Address legal issues, such as child abuse and discipline, assisting with hearings and providing testimony to inform custody arrangements.
• Counsel parents with child rearing problems, interviewing the child and family to determine whether further action is required.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems, such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement solutions.
• Arrange for medical, psychiatric, and other tests that may disclose causes of difficulties and indicate remedial measures.

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Website: addus.com

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Join Addus HomeCare as a Family Services Specialist in Bluffs, Scott County, where you'll provide critical support to families in crisis and guide them toward stability, compliance, and wellness. In this full-time role, you'll help families navigate complex DCFS programs and achieve meaningful progress in their lives. About the Role Addus HomeCare seeks compassionate professionals to serve families enrolled in our DCFS-administered programs. As a Family Services Specialist, you'll work with families participating in Family Habilitation Services, Visitation, and Housing programs. Your role ensures families understand and meet court-ordered program requirements while building trust and connecting them with the resources they need to succeed. What You'll Do Support families in understanding and complying with court-ordered program participation and requirements Coordinate services across Family Habilitation, Visitation, and Housing programs Engage families in case planning and progress monitoring activities Connect families with community resources and supportive services Maintain clear communication with DCFS caseworkers and team members Document services and maintain accurate records Work independently and collaboratively to address family needs and program goals What We're Looking For Genuine compassion for families experiencing crisis or transition Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries Commitment to family-centered, strengths-based approaches Organizational ability and attention to detail Reliable transportation and valid driver's license About Addus HomeCare Addus HomeCare supports older adults and individuals with disabilities in living safely and independently at home through person-centered services and evidence-based programs. How to Apply Ready to make a difference as a Family Services Specialist in Bluffs, Scott County? Apply now through this listing.

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