at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in

Lincoln, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Requisition ID:

58381

Opening Date:

09/01/2026

Closing Date:

09/16/2026

Agency:

Department of Children and Family Services Class Title:

PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR

•37015

Working Title:

PERMANENCY TEAM SUPERVISOR

•

LINCOLN Skill Option:

Health and Human Services Bilingual Option:

None Salary:

Anticipated Starting Salary $8,571/month: Full Salary Range $8,571

•12,651/month

Job Type:

Salaried Category:

Full Time Number of Vacancies:

1

Bargaining Unit Code:

RC063

Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME Work Hours :

Monday

•Friday 8:30AM

•5:00

PM Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability :

1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Headquarter Location :

Lincoln

•405

Limit St Work County :

Logan Supervisor:

Erin Webb Agency Contact :

denise.bean-mathis@illinois.gov / 217-524-0275 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. 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 energetic individual to serve as Permanency Team Supervisor. Under administrative direction, this position will plan, review, and coordinate the activities of a team of professional staff engaged in the provision of child welfare services to children and families. The position will also monitor progress in meeting case goals and objectives and will establish and implement a system for ensuring direct regular clinical review of services is being provided to children and families. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in providing leadership of a team of child welfare professionals focused on keeping children safe. 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 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 Permanency Team Supervisor which plans, supervises, reviews, and coordinates the activities of a team of professional caseworkers engaged in providing child welfare services to children and families Serves as working supervisor Establishes and maintains effective linkages with the appropriate community and contracted service providers to ensure the provision of child-centered, family focused, community-based services to the maximum extent possible Establishes and implements a team-based program of staff development and training for subordinate staff Explains and enforces agency policies, procedures, state and area statutes, and requirements Attends technical staff conferences to assess needed services Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account