INTACT SERVICES SPECIALIST

Job Requisition ID: 53492
Closing Date: 03/10/2026
​Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title: CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218 
Skill Option: UMP Credential 
Bilingual Option: Spanish
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,242 monthly; Full Range $6,242-$9,021 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: DuPage
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: 90682867

 

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.

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
• Translates and interprets, both orally and in writing, for Spanish speaking clients regarding services available and the proper completion of forms
• Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning, implementing, and evaluating services
• 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

• Preferably 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 experience
• 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.
• Requires the ability to speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history
• Requires the ability to travel in the performa