INTACT SERVICES SPECIALIST

at Department of Children and Family Services in Aurora, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Intact Services Specialist.  Under general supervision, this position will provide experienced, short term, intense child welfare casework services to intact families in high risk categories.  The position will review and evaluate safety and risk factors impacting child safety so that children may remain at home, avoiding separation and/or placement.  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.

1. Serves as Intact Services Specialist

2. Provides follow up to parents and families to ensure appropriate linkages have been made with service providers

3. Provides immediate oversight to families who are requesting non-investigatory prevention services and provides referral services to neighborhood/community resources

4. Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning, implementing, and evaluating services; prepares statistical and narrative reports