CHILD PROTECTION INVESTIGATIONS TEAM SUPERVISOR

Location: 

Sterling, IL, US, 61081

Job Requisition ID:  42618

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: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option: Health and Human Services 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 12/09/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7.966/Month - Full Salary Range $7,966-$11,759/Month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Whiteside
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063

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.

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Posting Identification Number  42618 

DIVPIN 814758

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 energetic individual to serve as Child Protection Investigations Team Supervisor.  Under administrative direction, this position will plan, review, and coordinate the activities of a team of professional investigators engaged in conducting child abuse/neglect investigations.  The position will make critical decisions on case related activities and provide after hours supervisory coverage.  This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in providing leadership of a team of child protection professionals focused on keeping children safe.  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 leadership capabilities.  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 Investigations Team Supervisor
• Serves as working supervisor
• Establishes and implements a team-based program of staff development and training for subordinate staff
• Establishes and maintains effective linkages with community organizations, including hospitals, law enforcement, schools, and social service agencies, to enhance child welfare and protective services through operational partnerships
• Explains and enforces agency policies, procedures, state and area statutes, and requirements
• Serves as liaison with permanency staff to coordinate and facilitate efficient and effective case handoff and client services
• Provides input into quality assurance activities
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a master’s degree in social work or a related human services field from a recognized college or university
• Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative child welfare experience with an MSW OR four years of progressively responsible administrative experience with a master’s degree in a related human services field.

Specialized Skills

• Of the previously noted years of experience, requires that the experience include at least 2 years in the administration of child protection/investigations.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
• 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 to 5:00 PM 

Work Location: 2607 Woodlawn Rd, Sterling, Illinois, 61081  

Agency Contact: Andrea Martinez
Email: andrea.martinez3@illinois.gov (For questions only)
 

Supervisor:  Vacant
Posting Group: Social Services

This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).