Description

The Role: The Communications Intern supports One Family Illinois’ outreach and branding by assisting with content creation, social media management, special events planning, graphic design, campaign support, and communications projects that engage donors, elevate our reputation, and amplify our mission to advance the safety and well-being of children by keeping siblings together in foster care, empowering youth, nurturing strong families, and developing community connection.

Why One Family Illinois?

At One Family Illinois (Formerly SOS Children's Villages Illinois) we are committed to keeping brothers and sisters in foster care together by providing safe, stable, and loving homes. We do this by offering an innovative approach to traditional foster care. Our model of care provides a private, single-family home, access to a community center, and support from professionally trained Foster Parents and staff. With this, the children we serve benefit from the stability of remaining with their siblings as well as the support of neighboring One Family Illinois Foster Parents and the entire community.

· Work for an impactful organization with a purpose

· Corporate culture that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion

· Hybrid/flexible work options to help balance work and life

· PTO (paid time off in the form of personal days, sick time, vacation days, and paid company holidays

· Bonus Plan for Child Welfare Specialists

· Employee Referral Bonuses

Key Responsibilities:

Content Creation & Writing

Adapt messages for different audiences
Proofreading and editing for clarity and tone
Blog posts
E-newsletters
Press releases
Brochures
Event promotions

Social Media Support

Schedule posting across multiple platforms using online tools
Create posts and reels
Monitor, review, and report analytics
Identify and share relevant social media trends

Graphic Design Assistance

Banners, flyers, posters, swag, and other as needed
Help organize photo/video libraries

Special Event Planning & Executing

Managing invite lists, responses, setting up, on-site staffing, breaking down, etc.

Administrative Support

Maintain communications calendars
Organize shared files and assets
Attend team meetings and take notes
Help track deadlines and deliverables

Requirements

Qualifications:

Rising college juniors or recent graduates with majors in communications, public relations, marketing, or related experience.
Maintain a 3.0 or above grade point average
Previous work or volunteer experience in a professional or non-profit environment is a plus
Ability to pass DCFS required criminal background check including CANTS/SACWIS and SORS.
Valid Illinois driver’s license with acceptable driving record; insured and reliable transportation, as the position will be split between Villages and will be involved within the communities.
Willingness to travel within the community and to the various agency sites.
Ability to work flexible hours including evening and weekends. Schedule may regularly be later mornings to evenings on weekdays and weekends depending on activities scheduled. Schedule to be finalized with the supervisor.
Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of clients and staff.
Ability to relate to the Agency staff and to the public in a courteous and professional manner.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials.
Reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work in an alcohol, tobacco, and drug-free environment.
Commitment to One Family Illinois philosophy and mission.

Required skills:

Strong written and verbal communication
Social media literacy
Interest in mission-driven work
Attention to detail
Open to learning and feedback

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