Child Welfare Admin Case Reviewer

Job Requisition ID: 45092

Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title: CHILD WELFARE ADM CASE REVIEWER - 07190
Skill Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 03/31/2025
Salary: Anticipated starting salary: $7,491/month (Step 1b) Full Range $7,491 - $11,015
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Macoupin
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.

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REQ # 45092

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The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and energetic individual to serve as Administrative Case Reviewer. Under general direction, this position will evaluate and determine case eligibility and review case plans to ensure that they reflect a best interest of the child criteria, which involves children in out-of-home care. The position will manage the case review process, which includes monitoring participation, convening and conducting the review, maintaining focus of the group, interpreting policies and rules, and clarifying the rights and responsibilities of all attending participants. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in ensuring the stability and well-being of children served by the Department. 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.

• Serves as Administrative Case Reviewer
• Manages the case review process, which includes monitoring participation, convening and conducting the review, maintaining focus of the group, interpreting policies and rules, and clarifying the rights and responsibilities of all attending participants
• Within identified timeframes and using established protocol, completes a feedback report on each case reviewed and Case Review Information Packet (CRIP)
• Explains and advises participants of their options to appeal the service plan and provides written notice of appeal rights; provides input into any appeal of his/her decisions regarding service plans
• Monitors the implementation of Departmental policies regarding case planning and service delivery
• Keeps abreast of statutes, rules, and procedures governing child welfare practice
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

• Requires possession of a master's degree in social work or in a related human services field
• Requires four years of professional experience in the field of child welfare

• 2 years of experience employing thorough knowledge of social work theory, principles, techniques, practices, and their application under various and difficult conditions in a public or private organization
• 2 years of experience employing thorough knowledge of state and federal laws, associated rules and directives, and agency requirements pertaining to permanency planning
• 2 years of experience utilizing skills in negotiation and conflict management and providing effective consultation and instruction related to professional social casework in a public or private organization
• 2 years of experience analyzing social service systems, identifying problems or dysfunctions, and preparing recommendations for solution in a public or private organization

1. Requires ability to pass a background check

2. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license

3. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

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. The Office of Legal Services works in a supportive capacity to ensure Departmental adherence to all applicable laws, statutes, regulations, and court orders.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 1022 N High St, Carlinville, Illinois, 62626-1143

Supervisor: Kimberly Taylor
Agency Contact: ...
Posting Group: Social Services

This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).

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