Child Welfare Specialist

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

Pension program

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a Permanency Specialist to provide professional child welfare casework services to children and families. Under general supervision, you will determine needs and coordinate placement in substitute care, conducting interviews to inform treatment plans.

You will work with clients and professionals across home and community settings to ensure safety and stability for children and youth, with a focus on permanency planning and

Responsibilities

• Provides professional child welfare 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 diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Transports clients when taking protective custody or placing them in substitute care or changing placement locations.
• Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning and evaluating services.
• Participates in case staffings and multi-disciplinary conferences to assess needs.

Job description

Information, Please See

https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13700739

• Job Requisition ID:**58468**
• Opening Date:**09/01/2026**
• Closing Date:**09/16/2026**
• Agency:**Department of Children and Family Services**
• Class Title:**CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218UMP**
• Skill Option:**UMP Credential**
• Bilingual Option:**None**
• Salary:**Anticipated Starting Salary $6,460/mo; Full Range $6,460/mo - $9,337/mo**
• Working Title:**PERMANENCY SPECIALIST - SPRINGFIELD**
• Job Type:**Salaried**
• Category:**Full Time**
• Number of Vacancies:**2**
• Bargaining Unit Code:**RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME**
• Work Hours**: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability**:3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
• Headquarter Location**:Springfield - 1124 N Walnut St
• Work County**:Sangamon
• Supervisor: Vacant
• Agency Contact**: [e-mail] / 217-524-0275
• 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 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 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. 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 Permanency Specialist providingexperienced professional casework services to child ren 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.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.