The Illinois Youth Investment Program (IYIP) was established to provide Illinois’ at-risk youth ages 16-24, with the opportunity to participate in the employment recovery of the State following the COVID-19 pandemic. This IYIP NOFO (CSFA# 444-80-3473) is being offered to build upon the successes of the program, offering short-term, long-term and career development employment programming.

ICOY invites subject matter experts from member organizations to hear from DCFS on contracts, budget, payment times, and excess revenue. Finance and Administrative Professionals in Community-Based Child Welfare Agencies - Please join ICOY for an in-person discussion of contracts, payments, budget timelines, and excess revenue with leaders from DCFS. We will also be discussing requests…

This training is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of identity, intersectionality, and cultural awareness. By exploring these concepts, participants will gain valuable insights into the diverse experiences and perspectives of individuals and communities. This knowledge is essential for fostering an inclusive and respectful environment in with supporting program participants.   Trainer: Heshima…

Join us on November 13 at 12 PM for a special edition of ICOY's Monthly Member Call where we'll provide post-election analysis tailored specifically for health and human service providers in Illinois. Speakers from Illinois Partners, Forefront, and Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness will join us to discuss how the election outcomes could impact your…

ICOY invites subject matter experts from member organizations to hear from DCFS on contracts, budget, payment times, and excess revenue. Finance and Administrative Professionals in Community-Based Child Welfare Agencies – Please join ICOY for an in-person discussion of contracts, payments, budget timelines, and excess revenue with leaders from DCFS. We will also be discussing requests…

Please join ICOY's Legal training to review best practices for working with youth and families in the context of an agency's legal responsibilities. We will address decision-making authority and the various players, juvenile justice laws, and intersecting legal proceedings, crisis situations and responses, rights of minors without parental consent, and legal guidelines for case managers.…

This training session is designed for supervisors, managers, and senior leadership to enhance team support and build vital supervisory networks. Together we will explore trauma-informed supervision techniques focusing on relationship building, conflict management, and effective communication strategies. Finally, participants will discuss skills to create a trauma-informed environment for both staff and clients.  Two continuing education…

This one-day training is specifically for managers, supervisors and coaches responsible for supervising the implementation and quality assurance practices of the YASI and case planning. The training will include implementing and using best practices, reviewing YASI case planning training practices, an introduction to the coaching model and CCBYS paperwork, reviewing expectations from DHS, quality assurance…

Join ICOY and other member organizations on a call to discuss key changes in the child welfare and youth-led arena.The goal is to create a child welfare system that prepares youth to become successful and self-sufficient. Illinois Collaboration on Youth (ICOY) seeks to focus the attention of Illinois’ elected officials in all branches of government…

This meeting is for Finance & Admin professionals at ICOY Member organizations to connect on questions and issues pertaining to DCFS billing and administration.