Child Welfare Specialist

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

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a State Central Register Call Center Worker to provide statewide toll-free intake coverage and make highly responsible decisions on initial reports of child abuse and neglect.

Under general supervision, you will gather information, enter reports into the system, coordinate with CPS units, and contribute to protecting Illinois children. This full-time, salaried role offers solid benefits and pension.

Responsibilities

• Serves as State Central Register Call Center Worker.
• Provides telephone counseling services or referral services for crisis situations; maintains familiarity with resources on a statewide basis for purposes of referral.
• Provides information necessary to ensure that all alleged reports of child abuse/negligence are entered into the computer terminal.
• Monitors incoming written reports for CPS units.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov. For more information, please see https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13644720.

Job Details

• Job Requisition ID: 58111
• Opening Date: 08/10/2026
• Closing Date: 08/24/2026
• Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
• Class Title: CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218
• Skill Option: UMP Credential
• Bilingual Option: None
• Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6460 monthly; Full Range $6460-$9337 monthly
• Job Type: Salaried
• Category: Full Time
• County: Sangamon
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators, Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators, and Physicians AFSCME
• Union Position: 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 State Central Register Call Center Worker. Under general supervision, this position will provide statewide telephone coverage of a toll-free number for the reporting of alleged child abuse and neglect, making highly responsible decisions regarding intake and screening of information received on initial calls. The position will also secure all information necessary to accurately diagnose and evaluate reports of alleged child abuse/neglect and all information to complete initial oral reports and subsequent reports relating to child abuse/neglect or other child welfare services. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and focused on ensuring the safety 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 State Central Register Call Center Worker.
• Provides telephone counseling services or referral services for crisis situations; maintains familiarity with resources on a statewide basis for purposes of referral.
• Provides information necessary to ensure that all alleged reports of child abuse/negligence are entered into the computer terminal.
• Monitors incoming written reports for CPS units.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.