Social Worker III – Spanish Speaking

School of Social Work, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Proviso Township (IL); Sur place; USD 913 000 - 1 322 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension program

Paid personal business days

Paid sick days

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

Résumé du poste

Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking a Social Worker to perform complex social work services on an assigned unit and evaluate clinical problems for patients. The role includes leading a team, coordinating care, and communicating in Spanish for non-English speakers.

The position requires an MSW, a Clinical Social Worker license, and two years of professional experience. It is an in-office role with benefits and bilingual pay.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a recognized college or university.
• Two years of professional social work experience in evaluation and treatment/habilitation of mentally ill, developmentally disabled, or other disabled persons.
• Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
• Ability to read, speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level.

Responsabilités

• Perform highly responsible and complex social work services on an assigned unit.
• Evaluate clinical problems for patients.
• Evaluate community provider services for future placement based on patient needs.
• Develop treatment strategies and evaluate group, individual and family counseling sessions.
• Serve as designated lead worker.
• Communicate in Spanish to those who do not read, write, or speak English.
• Complete documentation in the clinical record per hospital policy and Joint Commission standards.
• Make referrals to Linkage Case Management and Assertive Community teams and community agencies.
• Provide consultation to community agencies, professionals, families, and other facilities regarding services for clients.
• Perform other duties within the scope of listed duties.

Connaissances

Spanish language

Clinical social work

CPR certification

Background check

Formation

MSW degree

Clinical Social Worker license

Two years professional experience

Description du poste

• Using established work principles performs highly responsible and complex social work services on an assigned unit.
• Evaluates clinical problems for patients.
• Evaluates community provider services for future placement in light of needs of individual patients.
• Develops treatment strategies and evaluates group, individual and family counseling sessions.
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Communicates in Spanish to those individuals who do not read, write, or speak English.
• Completes documentation in the clinical record in accordance with hospital policy and Joint Commission standards.
• Makes referrals to appropriate Linkage Case Management and Assertive Community teams and community agencies.
• Provides consultation to community agencies, other professionals, families, and other Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR)/Developmental Disabilities (DD) facilities regarding appropriate services for clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Job Requisition ID: 58940

Opening Date: 09/30/2026

Closing Date: 10/14/2026

Agency: Illinois Department of Human Services

Bilingual Option: Spanish

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,820 - $9,875 per month (81,840 - $118,500 per year) + Bilingual Pay

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm and Wed: 12:00pm-8:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office

Headquarter Location: 1200 S 1st Ave, Hines, Illinois, 60141

Work County: Cook

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

Using established work principles performs highly responsible and complex social work services on an assigned unit. Makes social assessment of persons admitted and from evaluation provides intensive services to persons with severe emotional and psycho-social disorders. Serves as designated lead worker. Evaluates clinical problems for patients. Evaluates community provider services for future placement. Develops treatment strategies and evaluates group, individual and family counseling sessions. Communicates in Spanish to those individuals who do not read, write, or speak English.

Essential Functions

• Using established work principles performs highly responsible and complex social work services on an assigned unit.
• Evaluates clinical problems for patients.
• Evaluates community provider services for future placement in light of needs of individual patients.
• Develops treatment strategies and evaluates group, individual and family counseling sessions.
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Communicates in Spanish to those individuals who do not read, write, or speak English.
• Completes documentation in the clinical record in accordance with hospital policy and Joint Commission standards.
• Makes referrals to appropriate Linkage Case Management and Assertive Community teams and community agencies.
• Provides consultation to community agencies, other professionals, families, and other Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR)/Developmental Disabilities (DD) facilities regarding appropriate services for clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a master’s degree in social work from a recognized college or university supplemented by two (2) years of professional social work experience in the evaluation and treatment/habilitation of mentally ill, developmentally disabled, or other disabled persons.
• Requires licensure as a Clinical Social Worker by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
• Requires ability to read, speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient and others.
• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to stoop, bend, lift or exert up to 20 pounds of force in performance of job duties.
• Requires the ability to physically access various worksites throughout the hospital for administrative and clinical duties.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

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

• A Pension ProgramCompetitive 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 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)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link:

https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx