CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST

at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Joliet, IL, US, 60435-6724

Agency :  Department of Children and Family Services 
Closing Date/Time: 05/31/2023 
Salary:   $4,982-$7,369 Monthly (Anticipated Starting Salary $4982)  
Job Type:   Salaried Full Time  
County:   Will  
Number of Vacancies:   2  

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Permanency Specialist.  Under general supervision, this position will provide professional child welfare casework services to children and families, determining the need and coordinating the placement of children in substitute care facilities.  Additionally, the position will conduct interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for the continued diagnosis of problems and development of treatment plans.  This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in playing a role in ensuring the safety and stability of children and youth.  DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program.  The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong communication skills.  We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.

Preferably requires a master's degree in social work;

or

Requires a master's degree in a related human service field, supplemented by one (1) year of directly related professional casework/case management experience;

or

Requires a bachelor's degree in social work and one (1) year of directly related professional casework/case management experience;

or

Requires a bachelor's degree in a related human service field and two (2) years of directly related professional casework/case management experience 

The college or university issuing a bachelor's or master's degree must be accredited, and the degree program in social work must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education. The directly related professional casework/case management experience must be related to family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling, and advocacy services or a related field.

1. Requires a valid driver's license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurance

2. Requires ability to pass a background check

3. Requires physical, visual and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties

4. Requires ability to work in a 24 hour "on call" capacity

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.

Work Hours:  M-F 8:30AM-5:00PM  
Work Location: 1619 W Jefferson St Joliet, IL 60435-6724  
 

Agency Contact: 

Deneen Locke  (For Questions Only)

Email:  Deneen.Locke@Illinois.gov