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Illinois Department of Children & Family Services Intact Services Specialist in Elgin, Illinois
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Location:
Elgin, IL, US, 60123
Job Requisition ID:[43253]{lang="en-US" careersite-propertyid="customfield2"}
Job Requisition ID:43253\ Closing Date/Time:12/31/2024?\ Agency:Department of Children and Family Services
Position Title: Child Welfare Specialist-Spanish Speaking(Upward Mobility Program)-Elgin\ Class Title:CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218\ Skill Option:None\ Bilingual Option:Spanish\ Salary:Anticipated Starting Salary \$6,005/month (Full Range \$6,005-\$8,678/month)\ Job Type:Salaried\ Category:Full Time\ County:Kane\ Number of Vacancies:1\ Plan/BU:RC063
PUC:90702128
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Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Intact Services Specialist. Under general supervision, this position will provide experienced, short term, intense child welfare casework services to intact families in high risk categories. The position will review and evaluate safety and risk factors impacting child safety so that children may remain at home, avoiding separation and/or placement. The position will also utilize Spanish speaking skills in the performance of duties. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in playing a role in ensuring the safety and stability of children and youth. 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.
Essential Functions
Serves as Intact Services Specialist
Provides follow up to parents and families to ensure appropriate linkages have been made with service providers
Provides immediate oversight to families who are requesting non-in vestigatory prevent