What You'll DoProvide direct clinical support and consultation to caregivers, caseworkers, and multidisciplinary teams for a caseload of 7–10 youthConduct weekly in-person caregiver support sessions focused on trauma-informed psychoeducation and therapeutic parenting strategiesOrganize and facilitate monthly clinical team meetings with youth, caregivers, caseworkers, and other involved providersMaintain consistent communication with assigned casework agencies and collateral partners to identify youth needs, family needs, and system barriersCollaborate with child and family teams to develop, review, and update individualized service plansUtilize trauma-informed and evidence-based clinical models, including ARC, SPACE, SMART, Theraplay, or other appropriate interventionsProvide ongoing clinical consultation to caregivers and professionals supporting the youthSupport families with clinical case management, including referrals for therapy, psychiatry, and other servicesAdvocate for youth and family needs in DCFS clinical staffings, CFTMs, school meetings, and other systems spacesEnsure timely and accurate documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, CANS 2.0, and discharge summariesConsult regularly with supervisors and team members to ensure youth safety, permanency, and well-beingTravel throughout Cook County for in-person sessions with familiesScheduleFlexible full-time scheduleEvening availability required (e.g., 10:00am–6:00pm or 11:00am–7:00pm)Hybrid role with a combination of community-based and remote workWhat You NeedMaster's degree in Social Work or a related social service fieldLCSW or LCPC preferred (not required)Experience working with youth involved in child welfare and/or complex traumaStrong clinical judgment, organization, and communication skillsComfort using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and video conferencing platformsValid driver's license, insured vehicle, and ability to travel throughout Cook CountyWhat It's Like to Work HereKaleidoscope is a supportive, mission-driven organization. About the ECCS ProgramThe Enhanced Clinical Community Support (ECCS) Program provides immediate, short-term, intensive clinical services to stabilize youth in DCFS care following inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.