Great people, great benefits
WIRC-Community Action Agency (WIRC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications for everyone interested in working with us. If you have questions about working here, call 309-837-2997 or email wirc@wirpc.org.
WIRC is a great place to work, and offers an excellent full-time benefit package including:
- 100% employer-paid premiums for employee health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan benefits (after one year).
- 37.5 hour work week.
- Generous holiday, vacation, personal, and sick leave.
- A casual work environment.
- The opportunity to contribute to important work in our community.
Current Openings
Child Counselor (full-time) – Macomb, Illinois
Wage Range: $23.47 – $24.29/hour (non-exempt/hourly), depending on qualifications.
Benefits: 100% employer-paid premiums for employee basic health, dental and vision insurance; Generous holiday, vacation, personal and sick leave; and a casual work environment.
Job Summary: We are looking for a highly motivated person to be responsible as the generalist for the Domestic Violence program and must be capable of assisting in all facets including but not limited to: client advocacy and other services, legal, and responsible for all facets of the children’s program.
Minimum Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in sociology, social work or psychology preferred and/or two years’ work experience in a social service field or combination of education/experience in a related field.
Other Requirements: Communicate and work with a diverse population to provide a stable, non-judgmental adult role model for all interactions with children in a safe, positive environment. Understand and maintain client confidentiality. Train and develop a working knowledge of all facets of the Domestic Violence program. Strong attention to detail, ability to take direction, comfortable using technology, and the ability to provide direct client support and coordinate with community partners.
License Requirement: Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance for travel throughout the service region and travel to trainings, meetings, and events.
Apply for This Position:
- Online option: Submit your application through our Docusign portal. Then, submit your resume and cover letter by email to wirc@wirpc.org.
- Mail or hand-delivery option: Send your resume and cover letter to: WIRC-CAA, Attn: HR, 133 West Jackson Street, Macomb, IL 61455.
Applications accepted until position is filled.
Crisis Advocate/Counselor for Domestic Violence (full-time) – Macomb, Illinois
Wage Range: $23.47 – $24.29/hour (non-exempt/hourly), depending on qualifications.
Benefits: 100% employer-paid premiums for employee basic health, dental and vision insurance; Generous holiday, vacation, personal and sick leave; and a casual work environment.
Job Summary: We are looking for a highly motivated person to work with individuals for the legal advocacy elements of the domestic violence program, including crisis counseling, IDVA legal advocacy, civil, and criminal legal advocacy, institutional advocacy, community education, and professional training. This position provides DV Counseling services, including in-person and group counseling. Provide sexual violence and domestic violence crisis line and hotline duty and documentation
when scheduled or needed.
Minimum Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology and two years’ work experience in the social work profession or a combination of education/experience in a related field.
Other Requirements: Communicate and work with a diverse population for direct client advocacy services to survivors, as well as client-trauma informed counseling for survivors, family, and significant others of domestic violence/abuse. Understand and maintain client confidentiality. Train and develop a working knowledge of all facets of the domestic violence program. Strong attention to detail, ability to take direction, comfortable using technology, and the ability to provide direct client support and coordinate with community partners.
License Requirement: Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance for travel throughout the service region and travel to trainings, meetings, and events.
Apply for This Position:
- Mail or hand-delivery: Send your resume and cover letter to: WIRC-CAA, Attn: HR, 133 West Jackson Street, Macomb, IL 61455.
- Online option: Submit your application through our Docusign portal. Then, submit your resume and cover letter by email to wirc@wirpc.org.
Applications accepted until position is filled.
Crisis Line Worker (part-time; open year-round)
To apply for the following position, please follow the instructions below on how to create an account through our Career Portal. If you have any concerns, please contact our office by emailing info@wirpc.org.