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The mission of Brightpoint is to advance the well-being of children by investing in families to disrupt the systemic and multi-generational cycle of racial, social, and economic inequality.

Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV. Previously known as Children’s Home & Aid, Brightpoint has been serving Illinois since 1883. Brightpoint was founded on the belief that the organization had a responsibility to make brave choices to find homes for children. They have evolved that belief and now recognize that bravery comes from the daily choices families make that serve as the spark that ignites the opportunities for children and youth to thrive. Brightpoint promises to be brave with families and support their brave choices because they know strong families create thriving children. Brightpoint understands that navigating obstacles such as poverty, trauma, and systemic barriers to equity can make this journey challenging, and as such they offer support through the highs and lows. The work of Brightpoint seeks to dismantle system inequities and create a more even playing field for everyone. Brightpoint puts families and children at the forefront of every decision they make. With an emphasis on prevention works, they are committed to working with families before small problems become life-altering crises. The Brightpoint team takes a data-driven approach to implement research-based solutions that have demonstrable, long-term positive outcomes and create brighter futures. With a budget of over $35 million and offices located across the state, the Brightpoint team is able to serve nearly 30,000 children and families each year, linking them to a network of resources. To achieve this outcome, Brightpoint offers services and programming in the following areas: Parent Support Child Welfare Early Childhood Care & Education Youth Services The Opportunity Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Vice President of Child Welfare (“Vice President” or “VP”) leads and administers program operations for Brightpoint’s statewide Child Welfare Services in accordance with Brightpoint policies, strategic plan, and mission. This Vice President serves on Brightpoint Leadership Team and participates in all functions included in being a member of this team. This lead will represent Brightpoint to funders, social service organizations, and other community groups, and similarly will be expected to represent local community needs to other members of senior leadership. It is required that the person in this position maintain strong interpersonal and communication skills, develop a strong team approach, and lead from both a position of accountability and compassion. As this position oversees Child Welfare staff, the role requires: A Master of Social Work degree from an accredited school of social work (or an academically equivalent master’s degree in the human services field) and two years of full-time experience in a social work for human services setting; or A master’s degree that is not academically equivalent to social work or human services related and three years of child welfare experience. Key to the success of this role, the Vice President: Directs and oversees all Child Welfare Services - including Foster Care, Intact, Extended Family Support, AKIN, Child Welfare Service Referral, and FACT - within the Agency’s policies and practices, while working to improve quality and incorporate best practices. Serves as direct administrative back-up to program staff in the absence of the Directors and other key regional staff members. Works collaboratively with the Human Resources and Quality & Training departments to monitor and ensure that all supervisory staff have knowledge of, and adhere to, personnel policies and procedures in the region(s). Promotes high quality and high impact services through the adoption of best practices and active participation in the quality improvement processes. Works collaboratively with the Chief Operating Officer and Finance Department in developing and monitoring annual operational and capital budgets.

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