INTACT SERVICES SPECIALIST

Job Requisition ID : 51706

Closing Date : 12 / 15 / 2025

​Agency : Department of Children and Family Services

Class Title : CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218

Skill Option : UMP Credential

Bilingual Option : None

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $6,242 monthly; Full Range $6,242-$9,021 monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Richland

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 : PUC : 90692443

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 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

Minimum Qualifications

The college or university issuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree must be accredited, and the degree program in social work must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education. The directly related professional casework / case management experience must be related to family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling, and advocacy services or a related field.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history

2. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.

3. Requires physical, visual and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties

4. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

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.

Work Hours : Monday-Friday 8 : 30AM-5 : 00PM

Headquarter Location : 1408 Martin St, Olney, Illinois, 62450

Work County : Richland

Supervisor : Jessica Lee

Agency Contact : Tiffany Norton

Email :

Tiffany.Norton@illinois.gov

Posting Group : Social Services

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP) . General Program information can be found by clicking on the

Upward Mobility Program

link or for specific title information at

UMP Titles

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).