Home Visiting Program Specialist (SOCIAL SERV PROGRAM PLANNER IV)

Job Requisition ID: 55480 
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: 05/12/2026
Agency: Department of Early Childhood
Class Title: SOCIAL SERV PROGRAM PLANNER IV (41314) 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/2026) $7,602 monthly; Full Range $7,602 - $11,110 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 6
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: N/A

 

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.

 

 

Position Overview:

The Home Visiting Program Specialist supports the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) in advancing high‑quality early childhood services across the state. This role leads content review, data analysis, and continuous quality improvement efforts for IDEC initiatives connected to the Early Childhood Block Grant, with a primary focus on Prevention Initiative–Home Visiting programs.

 

Illinois Department of Early Childhood offers a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday schedule
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
• Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually
• (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)
• Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)
• (13-14) paid state holidays annually

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.

 

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 the Home Visiting Program Specialist for the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC).
• Conducts content reviews and data analysis to improve IDEC initiatives related to the agency’s Early Childhood Block Grant programs.
• Manages grants and contracts, including developing program deliverables, providing guidance on program direction, supporting programs, and managing needed contracting or budgetary functions for federal and/or state grants.
• Facilitates and/or represents IDEC at internal and/or external workgroups, advisory councils, meetings, retreats, forums, and conferences relevant to Prevention Initiative-Home Visiting programs.
• Participates in training as necessary to strengthen both staff and the Division.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

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