Child Welfare Specialist

Catalyst Career Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a Permanency Specialist to provide child welfare casework services. This role involves collaborating with families to coordinate care and ensure stability for children. Qualified candidates will have a degree in social work and experience in case management, making an impactful difference in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Experience in professional casework/case management (1-2 years).
• Valid driver's license and access to an automobile required.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional casework services to children and families.
• Conducts interviews with clients to diagnose problems.
• Prepares and maintains case documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Results oriented

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Job description

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.

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Permanency Specialist. Under general supervision, this position will provide professional child welfare casework services to children and families, determining the need and coordinating the placement of children in substitute care facilities. Additionally, the position will conduct interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for the continued diagnosis of problems and development of treatment plans. 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.

Benefits :

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off

Responsibilities :

• Provides experienced professional casework services to children and families.
• Works with intact families and children in home and / or substitute care.
• Conducts interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for the continued diagnosis of problems and development of treatment plans.
• Transports clients when taking protective custody, when placing them in substitute care, and when changing placement location.
• Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning, implementing, and evaluating services.
• Participates in case staffings to facilitate case transfer and participates in multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services.

Requirements :

• Preferably requires a master’s degree in social work OR a master’s degree in a related human service field, supplemented by (1) one year of directly related professional casework / case management experience related to family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling and advocacy services or a related field OR requires a bachelor’s degree in social work and (1) one year of directly related professional casework / case management experience related to family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling and advocacy services or a related field OR requires a bachelor’s degree in a related human service field and (2) two years of directly related professional casework / case management experience related to family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling and advocacy services or a related field.
• 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.
• Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires physical, visual, and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required / mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. This also requires the ability to work in a 24 hour ‘on call’ capacity.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

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Rockford Job Fair

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

10 : 00AM - 12 : 30PM

Radisson Hotel & Conference Center Rockford

200 South Bell School Road

Rockford, IL 61108

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