at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in East Saint Louis, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Location:East St Louis, IL, US, 62201
Job Requisition ID: 38934DCFS 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
Working Title: CHILD PROTECTION INVESTIGATOR - ESTL
Closing Date/Time: 07/26/2024
Salary: $6,005 - $8,678/mo (Anticipated Starting Salary Step 1 $6,291/mo)
Job Type: Salaried
County: St. Clair
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
REQ: 38934
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through SuccessFactors. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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Position OverviewThe Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Deferred Assignment Child Protection Investigator. Under direction, this position will receive and investigate reports of alleged child abuse/neglect within mandated time limits. The position assesses the immediate safety of children and initiates appropriate levels of child protection needed. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in playing a role in ensuring the safety 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.