Subsidy Support Specialist

Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Title: Child Welfare Specialist- Upward Mobility Closing Date/Time: 09/13/2024 Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6005/Month Full Salary Range $6005-$8678/Month Job Type: Salaried County: Champaign Number of Vacancies: 2 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. Position Overview The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Subsidy Support Specialist. Under general supervision, this position will provide professional child welfare adoption and subsidized guardianship services to pre and post adoption and subsidized guardianship families. The position will identify children appropriate for adoption/guardianship and conduct assessments and home studies to determine the suitability of prospective adoptive homes. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in playing a role in ensuring that children and youth find their forever home. 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. Job Responsibilities 1). Serves as Subsidy Support Specialist. 2). Prepares and counsels birth parents and adoptive families regarding placement or conversion to adoption or subsidized guardianship. 3). Prepares and maintains necessary case documentation for planning, implementing, and evaluating services. 4). Maintains case files to ensure the presence of requisite legal documents, including court orders, financial or subsidy agreements, home studies, investigations and background checks, assessments, and diagnostic/medical reports. 5). Responds to informational requests regarding adoption services and shares expertise in adoption with child welfare staff in both public and private delivery systems. 6). Reviews billings and contracts regarding adoption and guardianship assistance cases for accuracy of information. 7). Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications 1). 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. Conditions of Employment 1). Requires a valid driver’s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurance. 2). Requires ability to pass a background check. 3). Requires physical, visual and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties. Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 A.M.- 5:00 PM. Work Location: 2125 S 1st St Champaign, IL Agency Contact: Rosalind L. Przybyl Email: Rosalind.Przyby@illinois,gov {For Questions Only} Posting Group: Social Services This 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. This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State 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. Non-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. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website. The 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: