CHILD PROTECTION SPECIALIST

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services; Woodstock (IL); Híbrido; USD 72.000 - 104.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services seeks a Child Protection Specialist in Woodstock, IL. The role focuses on protecting children, maintaining case documentation, and coordinating services for families.

Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus, and the position offers a hybrid schedule with in‑office requirements 1–5 days per week. Responsibilities include preparing reports, translating for clients, and coordinating placements in substitute care while working within a union

Formación

• Organized and professional
• Strong communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred)

Responsabilidades

• Serve as Child Protection Specialist
• Prepare and maintain reports, assessments, and case documentation
• Coordinate placement of children in substitute care facilities
• Translate and interpret for Spanish-speaking clients
• Attend multidisciplinary conferences to assess needed services
• Transport clients when necessary and perform related duties

Descripción del empleo

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more

• Job Requisition ID:**59425**
• Opening Date:** 10/08/2026**
• Closing Date:** 10/23/2026**
• Agency:** Department of Children and Family Services**
• Class Title:**CHILD PROTECTION SPEC - 07163**
• Skill Option:**None**
• Bilingual Option:**Spanish**
• Salary:** Starting Salary $6,768/month; Full Range $6,460- $9,337/month**
• Job Type:** Salaried**
• Category:**Full Time**
• Number of Vacancies:** 1**
• Bargaining Unit Code:**RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME**

• Work Hours:** Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:** 1 to 5 Days per week, in office, depending on operational needs
• Headquarter Location:** 113 Newell St, Woodstock, Illinois, 60098**
• Work County:** McHenry**

Supervisor:** Vanessa Langer

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

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.

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 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
• Translates and interprets, both orally and in writing, for Spanish-speaking clients regarding services available and the proper completion of forms
• 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