Job Requisition ID: 42933nClosing Date/Time: 01/07/2025 ?nAgency: Department of Children and Family ServicesnnTitle: Child Welfare Specialist - (Upward Mobility Program) Spanish SpeakingnClass Title: CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218nSkill Option: NonenBilingual Option: SpanishnSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary6,005/Month - Full Salary Range $6,005-$8,678/MonthnJob Type: SalariednCategory: Full TimenCounty: CooknNumber of Vacancies: 1nPlan/BU: RC063nnThis position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.nnAll 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.nnApplications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.nnIT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU UPLOAD COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUME.nnPosting Identification Number 42933nnPosition OverviewnnThe 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.nnThis 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 position will utilize Spanish speaking skills in the performance of duties. 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.nnEssential FunctionsnnCompletes the required assessment to ensure that families meet DCFS licensing standards and are prepared to care for childrennCoordinates with other units and staff, including the Office of Professional Development, caseworkers, investigators, recruiters, and foster parent support specialistsnConsults 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.nConducts investigations relative to complaints about licensed foster/adoptive homes in accordance with the Childcare ActnProvides/maintains reports, statistics, records and documentation of activities on a monthly basis or as needednPerforms other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.nnMinimum QualificationsnnPreferably requires a master’s degree in social work; OR a master’s degree in a related human service field, supplemented by one year of directly related professional casework/case management experience; OR requires a bachelor’s degree in social work and one year of directly related professional casework/case management experience; OR requires a bachelor’s degree in a related human service field and two years of directly related professional casework/case management experiencennThe 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.nnRequires ability to speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill levelnnConditions of EmploymentnnRequires ability to pass a background checknRequires possession of a valid driver’s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurancenRequires physical, visual, and auditory ability to carry out assigned dutiesnThe conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description.nnWork Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pmnWork Location: Chicago - 6201 S Emerald DrnnSupervisor: G. AnnangnnAgency Contact:nnName: Destiny WrightnEmail: (For questions only)nPosting Group: Social ServicesnnThis title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.nnThis position (DOES NOT) contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).nnAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSnnUse the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.nnIf you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.nnState employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.nnNon-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.nnIf you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:nnState employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job AidnnNon-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.nnThe main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: @SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com