at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in
Bourbonnais, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Requisition ID:
58644
Opening Date:
09/10/2026
Closing Date:
09/24/2026
Agency:
Department of Children and Family Services Class Title:
CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218
Skill Option:
UMP Credential Bilingual Option:
None Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $6,460/month; Full Range $6,460-$9,337/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 Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00
PM Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:
3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location:
230 W John Casey Rd, Bourbonnais, Illinois, 60914
Work County:
Kankakee Supervisor:
Richard Larson Agency Contact:
Tiffany.
Norton@illinois.gov A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a
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section of your application if you decide to provide one. 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 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. 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-investigatory prevention services and provides referral services to neighborhood/community resources Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning, implementing, and evaluating services; prepares statistical and narrative reports Works with other Departmental units to facilitate positive outcomes and provision of services for non-child abuse/neglect matters, including prevention services, dependencies, court supervision, runaways, etc. 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