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About the Role

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as the Child Welfare Specialist. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a generous pension program. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills and strong leadership and communication capabilities. Join our innovative team to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families in Illinois.

Responsibilities

Serves as Permanency Specialist.
Works with intact families and children in home and/or substitute care.
Conducts interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for continued diagnosis of problems and development of treatment plans.
Transports clients when taking protective custody, placing them in substitute care, and changing placement location.
Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning, implementing, and evaluating services.
Participates in case staffings to facilitate case transfer.
Participates in multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

Requires travel.
Requires a valid driver's license.
Requires daily access to an automobile.
Requires proof of vehicle insurance.
Requires ability to pass a background check.
Requires physical, visual, and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties.
Overtime is a condition of employment; may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
Requires ability to work evenings and weekends.
Requires ability to work in a 24-hour 'on call' capacity.

Skills

UMP Credential

Location

Stephenson County
Freeport, Illinois

Work Type

Full Time
Salaried

Experience Level

One year of directly related professional casework/case management experience
Two years of directly related professional casework/case management experience

Education Level

Master's degree in social work
Master's degree in a related human service field
Bachelor's degree in social work
Bachelor's degree in a related human service field

Salary/Compensations

$6,460 monthly
$6,460 - $9,337 monthly

Benefits

A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually
Sick days carry over from year to year
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually
13 Paid Holidays annually
14 Paid Holidays on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

About the Company

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state.
Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
We offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits.
Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams.
Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children.
Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families.
In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.