Full-time FULL_TIME 2024-12-12T10:01:01-0600
https://www.easterseals.com/joliet Easterseals Joliet Region http://www.easterseals.com/shared-library/affiliate-logos/easterseals-joliet-region-logo.png Send resume to: 212 Barney Dr.
Joliet, Illinois 60435 US
Email: tsweder@joliet.easterseals.com
Summary:Using the principles of relationship-based therapy models within a family centered approach, the Pediatric Social Worker/Counselor will develop and carry out interventions designed to improve a child’s ability to function and enhance activities of daily living for the child and their family.
Basic Responsibilities:Duties include but not limited to:
Using a family centered model, build an appropriate and professional relationship with children and families requiring services. Develop written treatment plans based upon the participant’s individual needs. Conduct child assessments, as well as re-assessments, assessing skill levels of children utilizing criterion referenced or standardized tests outlined by the program. Develop and carry out treatment plans designed to improve the function of the child’s behaviors and meet the individual needs for each family. Schedule and conduct individualized sessions with child and family on agreed upon frequency. Conduct social skills groups designed to increase pro social skills in the peer group environment. Promote family involvement, advocacy, and support family decisions through involvement and provision of both individual and group family training. Schedule and participate in family, team and staff planning meetings, to include developing outcomes and goals. Ensure effective data collection is carried out and regularly maintained per requirements and reports are completed in an accurate and timely manner. Provide direct services through the Easter Seals Regional Medical/Autism Diagnostic Clinic as assigned by the Medical Diagnostic and Autism Program Coordinator. Complete billing records as required using an electronic medical record system Maintain supplies and materials used in good condition. Assist in the coordination of services and make appropriate referrals as needed utilizing all available resources in our service area. Qualifications:Masters Degree in social work, psychology, professional counseling or related field
Ability to obtain LSW
ABA experience
Experience with children with disabilities and their families
EOE