This job was posted by : For more information, please see: IL, US, 62234Job Requisition ID:(42171){lang="en-US" careersite-propertyid="customfield2"}? 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.Agency: Department of Children and Family ServicesTitle: Child Welfare Specialist - (Upward Mobility Program)\ Class Title: CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218\ Skill Option: None\ Bilingual Option: None\ Closing Date/Time: 10/31/2024\ Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary \$6,005/Month - Full Salary Range \$6,005-\$8,678/Month\ Job Type: Salaried\ Category: Full Time\ County: Madison\ Number of Vacancies: 1\ Plan/BU: RC063This 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 positionMUSTapply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com {target=" blank" rel="noopener"}website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors {target=" blank" rel="noopener"}employee career portal.Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU UPLOAD COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUME.Posting Identification Number42171Position OverviewThe Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and energetic individual to serve as Foster Home Licensing Specialist. Under general supervision, this position will complete the required assessment to ensure that families meet DCFS licensing standards and are prepared to care for children. The position will provide support and strengthen Department relationships with foster parents and assist families in resolving compliance issues.This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in playing a role in ensuring that foster homes provide a safe, caring environment for children. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong communication skills. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. 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 FunctionsCompletes the required assessment to ensure that families meet DCFS licensing standards and are prepared to care for childrenCoordinates with other units and staff, including the Office of Professional Development, caseworkers, investigators, recruiters, and foster parent support specialistsConsults with DCFS staff and Child and Adolescent Local Area Networks(C&A LAN\'s) with recommendations about the selection of foster family resources that best meet the needs of children, including recommendations for support services to maintain the resources.Conducts investigations relative to complaints about licensed foster/adoptive homes in accordance with the Childcare ActProvides/maintains reports, stati stics, records and documentation of activities on a monthly basis or as neededPerforms other