Child Welfare Specialist

Child Welfare Specialist is responsible for initiating, facilitating, and performing casework-related functions pertaining to foster care and adoption within the child welfare system in Illinois. The role ensures the safety, well-being, and permanency of children assigned to their caseload.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school
• 1 year of relevant experience working with children with developmental, behavioral, and/or emotional challenges preferred
• Licensure as a Child Welfare Employee (CWEL) in the state of Illinois or eligibility to receive licensure within the first 90 days of employment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Critical illness
• Hospital indemnity
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
• Employee assistance program