Illinois Department Of Children And Family Services - Springfield, IL
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Springfield, IL
About the position
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a dedicated and organized individual to serve as a Permanency Specialist. This role focuses on providing professional child welfare casework services to children and families, ensuring their safety and stability. The specialist will coordinate the placement of children in substitute care facilities and develop treatment plans based on thorough assessments and interviews with clients and professionals. This position is ideal for someone passionate about child welfare and family support.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional child welfare casework services to children and families.
- Determine the need for and coordinate the placement of children in substitute care facilities.
- Conduct interviews with clients and professionals to gather information for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Develop and implement treatment plans based on assessments and client needs.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations regarding child welfare.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
- Experience in child welfare or social services is preferred.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with families and professionals.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with case management software.
- Knowledge of child welfare laws and regulations.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range from $6,005 to $8,678 per month.
- Excellent health insurance coverage.
- Pension program for retirement savings.
- Flexible work schedule options.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
