Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Location:

Rockford, IL, US, 61107

Job Requisition ID: 45453

​ 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 Services
Class Title: CHILD PROTECTION SPEC - 07163 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  Spanish 
Closing Date/Time: 05/15/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,291/Month - Full Salary Range $6,005 -$8,678/Month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Winnebago
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062

Divpin # : 81-0654

 

 

 

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 Child Protection Investigator. Under direction, this position will receive and investigate reports of alleged child abuse/neglect within mandated time limits. The position assesses the immediate safety of children and initiates appropriate levels of child protection needed. The position will utilize Spanish speaking skills in the performance of duties. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in playing a role in ensuring the safety 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 Child Protection Investigator 
• Prepares investigation reports for assessing validity of reports of allegations
• Selects, summarizes, and presents case material for transfer to permanency caseworker or community agencies
• Translates and interprets, both orally and in writing, for Spanish Speaking clients regarding services available and the proper completion of forms
• Determines the need for and coordinates the placement of children in substitute care facilities
• Attends multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services
• Transports clients when taking protective custody, when placing them in substitute care, and when changing placement location
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

Preferably requires a master’s degree in social work

OR

A master’s degree in a related human service field, in criminal justice, criminal justice administration, or law enforcement and one year of directly related professional experience

OR

A bachelor’s degree in social work and one year of directly related professional experience

OR

A bachelor’s degree in a related human service field in criminal justice, criminal justice administration, or law enforcement and two years of directly related professional experience.

• It is a requirement that you have the ability to speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level.

 

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

 

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver’s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurance.

• Requires ability to pass a background check.

• Requires physical, visual and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. This also requires the ability to work in a 24 hour “on call” capacity.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

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

Work Location: 175 Executive Pkwy, Rockford, Illinois, 61107

Supervisor: Latoya Malone

 

Agency Contact:  Andrea Martinez

Email: andrea.martinez3@illinois.gov (for questions only)

 

Posting Group:  Social Services

 

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

Company Description

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.

Company Description

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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