Independent Living & Transitional Living Specialist

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional Independent Living/Transitional Living Specialist to monitor IL/TLP activities in Chicago. The role supports agencies, develops provider profiles, coordinates quarterly meetings, and ensures accurate CYCIS data regarding client living arrangements.

The position requires advanced education in social work or related field and experience in case management or related human services, with a focus on family

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or related field required.
• One year of directly related professional casework/case management experience if MSW not held.
• Bachelor's degree in social work with one year of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related human service field with two years of related experience.
• Degree programs must be accredited and the SW education program approved by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Experience related to family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling, and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Independent Living/Transitional Living Monitor
• Works with ILO/TLP agencies to develop systems to address problematic issues
• Develops, maintains, and distributes to appropriate POS and DCFS staff profiles of all ILO/TLP providers
• Prepares necessary documents for evaluating agency services
• Provides assistance in scheduling and coordination of quarterly meetings to provide needed information and resources to providers
• Reviews CYCIS data to ensure accuracy of information regarding client living arrangements
• Organizes monthly ILO/TLP meetings
• Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the listed duties

Education

MSW

MSW-related field + 1y casework

BSW + 1y casework

BSW-related field + 2y casework

Job description

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional Independent Living/Transitional Living Specialist to monitor IL/TLP activities in Chicago. The role supports agencies, develops provider profiles, coordinates quarterly meetings, and ensures accurate CYCIS data regarding client living arrangements.

The position requires advanced education in social work or related field and experience in case management or related human services, with a focus on family