Area Administrator (SPSA Opt. 6)

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

Job Description

Waukegan, IL, US, 60085-6153

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.

Agency: Department of Children and Family Services

Title/Working Title: Senior Public Service Administrator-Option 6 - Area Administrator-Permanency - Waukegan

Closing Date/Time: 06/05/2024

Salary: $8,486 - $14,668 Anticipated Starting Salary Range $8,750-$12,000/Month

Job Type: Salaried 

County: Lake

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: None 

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Children and Family Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Area Administrator of Permanency Services.  Subject to management approval, this position will oversee Permanency Team Supervisors who are responsible for comprehensive child welfare services throughout the region.  The position provides input into regional planning activities for child protection and child welfare and coordinates community and field office support with its counterparts in the Child Protection service area.  This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in being a leader in the administration of child welfare services.  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 leadership 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

1. Serves as Area Administrator of Permanency Services.
2. Serves as full line supervisor of subordinate supervisory staff.
3. Provides input into all regional planning activities for child welfare and protection services.
4. Coordinates program support services within the region.
5. Consults with and advises community and regional advisory councils, committees, and private agencies on program needs, standards, and services.
6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.