Families Together Parent Peer Specialist

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Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to healing, justice, and wholeness for individuals and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has positively impacted the lives of children and families and continues to do so in Illinois.

LSSI is hiring a full-time Parent Peer Specialist. Under supervision of the Team Supervisor, the role involves working with the Parent Specialist to engage with parents, listen empathically, answer questions, coach, and support parent/child contact. The role includes engaging parents in Generation

PMTO, an evidence-based program proven to transform family lives, and providing ongoing parent support.

• Monday 11:00am to 7:00pm
• Tuesday 11:00am to 7:00pm
• Wednesday 9:00am to 5:00pm
• Thursday 11:00am to 7:00pm
• Friday 11:00am to 7:00pm

• Flexible paydays through Dayforce Wallet
• Competitive salary ($15-$18/hour) based on experience and licensure
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, paid time off, holidays, sick leave, 403(b), Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours
• Paid training to support your growth and success

• Engage with parents to support family reunification
• Develop individualized family treatment plans with the team
• Organize and deliver Generation
  
  PMTO, ensuring parent engagement and skill development
• Supervise and facilitate parent-child contact, including virtual and in-person visits
• Accurately complete reports and documentation as required
• Maintain professional, respectful, and ethical behavior towards clients, families, and colleagues

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s degree preferred
• Participation in Generation
  
  PMTO training and certification
• Experience with child welfare or parenting
• Ability to engage parents both virtually and in person
• Excellent communication and computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Valid IL liability insurance coverage

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.