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.
Job Requisition ID: 43375
Closing Date/Time: 03/12/2025
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title: CHILD PROTECTION SPEC - 07163
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,291/Month - Full Salary Range $6,005-$8,678/Month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: McHenry
Number of Vacancies: 3
Plan/BU: RC062
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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Posting Identification Number 43375
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Child Protection assistant. Under immediate supervision, this position will drive or travel with Child Protection Specialist staff to homes to assist in investigations of complaints regarding child abuse and neglect. The position will provide assistance to the Child Protection Specialist as they conduct interviews with children and families in their homes and in the community. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in playing a role in ensuring the safety of children. 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.
Preferably requires a master’s degree in social work
OR
A master’s degree in a related human service field, in criminal justice, criminal justice administration, or law enforcement and one year of directly related professional experience
OR
A bachelor’s degree in social work and one year of directly related professional experience
OR
A bachelor’s degree in a related human service field in criminal justice, criminal justice administration, or law enforcement and two years of directly related professional experience.
The college or university issuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree must be accredited, and the degree program in social work must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Work Location: 113 Newell St, Woodstock, Illinois, 60098
Supervisor: Natalie Gilbert
Agency Contact: LaToya Johnson
Email: LaToya.Johnson2@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Social Services
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
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