What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Welfare Specialist position at Illinois Department of Children and Family Services?
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Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME\
Merit Comp Code
PUC: 90692443
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helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support
families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches
the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit
your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard
of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to
advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits
and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and
lasting future with the State of Illinois.
## 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.
## Essential Functions
to neighborhood/community resources
narrative reports
including prevention services, dependencies, court supervision,
runaways, etc.
Information, Please See
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13140188
- Job Requisition ID:**51706\
- Closing Date:**12/15/2025\
- Agency:**Department of Children and Family Services\
- Class Title:**CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218\
- Skill Option:**UMP Credential\
- Bilingual Option:**None\
- Salary:**Anticipated Starting Salary \$6,242 monthly; Full Range
- Job Type:**Salaried\
- Category:**Full Time\
- County:**Richland\
- Number of Vacancies:**1\
- Bargaining Unit Code:**RC063 Professional Employees,
Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME\
Merit Comp Code
PUC: 90692443
- This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the
filling of this position.**
- All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply
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- Why Work for Illinois?**
compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether youre
helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support
families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches
the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit
your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard
of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to
advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits
and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and
lasting future with the State of Illinois.
## 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.
## Essential Functions
- Serves as Intact Services Specialist
- Provides follow up to parents and families to ensure appropriate
- Provides immediate oversight to families who are requesting
to neighborhood/community resources
- Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning,
narrative reports
- Works with other Departmental units to facilitate positive outcomes
including prevention services, dependencies, court supervision,
runaways, etc.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably
Salary : $6,242 - $9,021