Program Director, Early Childhood Court Team

Northern Illinois University

Rockford, IL, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Personal Care

Full Time

Job Description

The Early Childhood Court Teams (ECCT) are designed to support children under age 3 and their siblings under age 4 in the foster care system and provide an alternative to the regular judicial system for families. The ECCT initiative supports young children and their families involved in the child welfare system through coordinated service delivery and court-monitored progress. ECCT staff partner with DCFS staff, foster parents, birth families, judges, mental health providers and community partners to increase involvement and support to families. Currently, in place in Cook County and Winnebago County, the program’s goal is to expand to a statewide program.

The ECCT Program Director works a hybrid schedule which can be negotiated, some in person work is mandatory at the courthouse in Rockford and Chicago. Competitive benefits package.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in Social Work or other recognized professional degree in human services.
State licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).
Professional experience of five (5) or more years in a public-sponsored, direct child welfare/mental health services, including child welfare Intake, Intact Family Services, Permanency/Foster Care Services.
At least three (3) or more years of supervisory experience of child welfare direct service staff and/or management of child welfare services.
Experience in child welfare,
Experience in the utilization and implementation of evidence informed practices in child welfare environments
Experience in the training of staff.

Background Check: This is a security-sensitive position. Before any offer of employment is made, the University and IDCFS will conduct a pre-employment background check, which includes finger printing, state police check, FBI, and child abuse and neglect (CANTS) background check.

Application Process

For full consideration, please submit application and documents through NIU online employment system

Northern Illinois University | Director, Early Childhood Court Team (4039)

Required Applicant Documents

Cover Letter.
Current Resume.
List of Three Professional References.
Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts will be required within 30 days of start date).
Copy of Current Clinical License.

EEO Statement, Visa Policy, ADA Accommodation, Clery Act Information

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employment employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. NIU recognizes Dual Career issues.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Company DescriptionNorthern Illinois University (NIU) is a public research university in DeKalb, Illinois. Positions are available statewide. Staff work from home, with some regional travel to conduct interviews, assessments and other work as needed.

Company Description

Northern Illinois University (NIU) is a public research university in DeKalb, Illinois. Positions are available statewide. Staff work from home, with some regional travel to conduct interviews, assessments and other work as needed.