Child Welfare Specialist

at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in

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

53738

Closing Date:

03/10/2026 ​

Agency:

Department of Children and Family Services Class Title:

CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST

• 07218

Skill Option:

UMP Credential Bilingual Option:

None Salary:

Anticipated Starting Salary $ 6242.00/month, Full Salary Range $6242

• $ 9021/month

Job Type:

Salaried Category:

Full Time County:

Winnebago Number of Vacancies:

1

Bargaining Unit Code:

RC063

Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME Merit Comp Code:

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. About the Agency 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. As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: A Pension Program Competitive 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 & part-time 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) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans 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 Essential Functions Serves as Permanency Achievement Specialist Provides professional assistance to casework staff with service emergencies that could impact permanency, working to ensure that situations are addressed effectively. Provides linkages between caseworkers, recruitment/resource specialists, adoptions staff, and community providers to expedite and finalize the permanency process. Composes and provides reports to Regional Administrator, Area Administrators, and Permanency Supervisors regarding permanency achievement status and permanency issues for cases assigned to respective area or teams. Provides assistance to permanency staff in understanding permanency data in its application to achieving timely permanency outcomes. Serves as liaison with the Division of Quality Assurance regarding efforts to improve permanency outcomes. 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