Senior Public Service Administrator Opt. 6 (Area Administrator, Intact Family Services)

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

Job Description

DeKalb, IL, US, 60115

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

Position Title: Senior Public Service Administrator Opt. 6 (Area Administrator, Intact Family Services) - Dekalb
Closing Date/Time: 07/03/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,750 - $12,000 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried 
County: DeKalb; Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: TA000

PUC: 90683944

****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.

REQ#38622

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Area Administrator of Intact Family Services.  Subject to management approval, this position will oversee Intact Family Services Team Supervisors who are responsible for comprehensive child welfare services for intact families within the region.  The position provides input into regional planning activities for intact family services and coordinates program support services within the region.  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 for intact families.  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 Intact Family Services

2. Serves as full line supervisor of subordinate supervisory staff

3. Provides input into all regional planning activities for intact family 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