Child Protection Specialist

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services; Murphysboro (IL); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services seeks a dedicated Child Protection Specialist to protect children and support families in Illinois. The position emphasizes organization, leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Hybrid schedule available: 2 to 5 days in the office per week, with standard work hours M-F 8:30am-5pm; located at 1210 Hanson St, Murphysboro, IL. This is a union position under RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong leadership and communication capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Child Protection Specialist.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, assessments, and case documentation.
• Selects, summarizes, and presents case material for transfer to permanency or intact/prevention workers.
• Determines the need for and coordinates the placement of children in substitute care facilities.
• Attends multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services.
• Transports clients for protective custody, placement changes, and related duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov: For more Information, Please See https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13714355

• Job Requisition ID: 58600
• Opening Date: 09/09/2026
• Closing Date: 09/23/2026
• Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
• Class Title: CHILD PROTECTION SPEC - 07163
• Skill Option: None
• Bilingual Option: None
• Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,768 monthly; Full Range $6,460 - $9,337 monthly
• Job Type: Salaried
• Category: Full Time
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
• Work Hours: M-F 8:30am-5pm
• Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 2 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
• Headquarter Location: 1210 Hanson St, Murphysboro, Illinois, 62966
• Work County: Jackson

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Supervisor: Jessica Schall-Svanda

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 big 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.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Child Protection Specialist. 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 And Communication Capabilities. 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 Child Protection Specialist
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, assessments, and case documentation
• Selects, summarizes, and presents case material for transfer to permanency caseworker or intact/prevention caseworker
• Determines the need for and coordinates the placement of children in substitute care facilities
• Attends multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services
• Transports clients when taking protective custody, when placing them in substitute care, and when changing placement location
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above