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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.
Job Requisition ID: 48571
Closing Date: 08/18/2025
?Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Title: Child Welfare Specialist (Upward Mobility Program)
Class Title: CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218
Skill Option: UMP Credential
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,242/Month - Full Salary Range $6,242-$9,021/Month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063
Merit Comp Code:
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 the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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.
Essential Functions
- Serves as Agencies and Institutions Licensing Specialist
- Plans, arranges, and conducts licensing orientation for clients who want to become licensed
- Prepares required licensing statistical reports by their respective deadlines
- Reviews compliance by child care institutions and group homes with behavior management regulations
- Prepares data for and provides input into administrative hearings regarding service and licensing compliance issues and complaints against private agencies, their staff, and/or foster homes
- Maintains client records (to include filing documents as needed) in accordance with federal and state statutes and guidelines, Department rule, procedure, and accreditation standards
Minimum Requirements
- Preferably requires a master’s degree in social work; OR a master’s degree in a related human service field, supplemented by one year of directly related professional casework/case management experience; OR requires a bachelor’s degree in social work and one year of directly related professional casework/case management experience; OR requires a bachelor’s degree in a related human service field and two years of directly related professional casework/case management experience
The college or university issuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree must be accredited, and the degree program in social work must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education. The directly related professional casework/case management experience must be related to family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling, and advocacy services or a related field.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history
- Requires possession of a valid driver’s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurance
- Requires physical, visual, and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Work Location: 1 N Old State Capitol Plz Springfield, IL 62701-1323
Supervisor: Vacant
Agency Contact
Name: Destiny Wright
Email: Destiny.Wright@illinois.gov (For questions only)
Posting Group: Social Services
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
