RESIDENTIAL MONITORING SUPERVISOR

State of Illinois; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Program

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a Residential Monitoring Supervisor to lead field operations from our Champaign headquarters. This salaried role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a focus on child welfare outcomes.

The ideal candidate will hold an MSW or related master’s degree and have at least three years of direct service administrative experience in child welfare, with proven ability to supervise staff, analyze data, and develop

Qualifications

• Requires MSW or master’s degree in a related human services field.
• Requires three years of child welfare direct service administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Residential Monitoring Supervisor.
• Supervises subordinate staff.
• Provides high level consultation and professional technical assistance to subordinate staff regarding staffings, including pre-admission staffing and emergency situations.
• Provides final analysis and review of length of stay data and discharge patterns, as well as client progress data from the Northwestern University Outcome Goals system, including discharge planning and achievement of stepdown plans.
• Provides administrative direction to clinical staffings for cases that are troubled and not making acceptable progress.
• In consultation and coordination with program administration, provides input into the development and implementation of a team-based program of staff development and training for subordinate staff.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Staff supervision

Education

MSW or master\'s degree in a related human services field

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 56393 Opening Date: 09/28/2026

Closing Date: 10/13/2026

Agency: Department of Children and Family Services

Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Health and Human Services Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,750 to $10,500 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: None

Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

Work Hours: 8:30a-5:00p

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need

Headquarter Location: 2125 S 1st St, Champaign, Illinois, 61820

Work County: Champaign

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

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 a Residential Monitoring Supervisor. 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 leadership 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 Residential Monitoring Supervisor
• Serves as full line supervisor of subordinate staff
• Provides high level consultation and professional technical assistance to subordinate staff regarding staffings, including pre-admission staffing and emergency situations
• Provides final analysis and review of length of stay data and discharge patterns, as well as client progress data from the Northwestern University Outcome Goals system, including discharge planning and achievement of stepdown plans
• Provides administrative direction to clinical staffings for cases that are troubled and not making acceptable progress
• In consultation and coordination with program administration, provides input into the development and implementation of a team-based program of staff development and training for subordinate staff
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires an MSW or master’s degree in a related human services field.
• Requires three years of child welfare direct service administrative experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of professional experience conducting program monitoring activities in a public or business organization.
• 3 years of professional management experience in a public or business organization.
• 3 years of experience supervising professional staff.
• 3 years of professional experience conducting analysis of complex data in a public or business organization.
• 3 years of professional experience in the development of corrective action plans.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interest:

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

About The Agency

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

The Main Form Of Communication Will Be Through Email. Please Check Your “junk Mail”, “spam”, Or “other” Folder For Communication(s) Regarding Any Submitted Application(s). You May Receive Emails From The Following Addresses

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