Child Protection Specialist
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
Management$7k/moFull-time
Opening: 08/05/2026 Closing: 08/19/2026 Location: Cook County Full-time, salaried union position (AFSCME RC062).
About the role
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented Spanish-speaking Child Protection Specialist to join our innovative team and make a positive difference in the lives of children and families across Illinois.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Child Protection Specialist.
- Prepare and maintain a variety of reports, assessments, and case documentation.
- Select, summarize, and present case material for transfer to permanency, intact, or prevention caseworkers.
- Translate and interpret—both orally and in writing—for Spanish-speaking clients regarding available services and proper completion of forms.
- Determine the need for and coordinate the placement of children in substitute-care facilities.
- Attend multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services.
- Transport clients when taking protective custody, placing them in substitute care, or changing placement location.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the enumerated duties.
Pay
Starting salary: $6,768/month. Full range: $6,768 – $9,336/month.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plan.
- Excellent benefits package.
- Generous pension program.