PERMANENCY SPECIALIST (UMP) - GALESBURG

Job Requisition ID: 56693 Opening Date: 06/09/2026 Closing Date: 06/24/2026 Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218 Working Title: PERMANENCY SPECIALIST (UMP) - GALESBURG Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $6,460/mo; Full Range $6,460/mo - $9,337/mo Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Knox Number of Vacancies: 1 Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Position Overview The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Permanency Specialist. Under general supervision, this position will provide professional child welfare casework services to children and families, determining the need and coordinating the placement of children in substitute care facilities. Additionally, the position will conduct interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for the continued diagnosis of problems and development of treatment plans. This role is an opportunity for someone passionate about children and interested in ensuring the safety and stability of children and youth. The Department offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. Essential Functions Serves as Permanency Specialist providing experienced professional casework services to children and families. Works with intact families and children in homes and/or substitute care. Conducts interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for the continued diagnosis of problems and development of treatment plans. Transports clients when taking protective custody, when placing them in substitute care, and when changing placement location. Prepares and maintains case documentation for planning, implementing, and evaluating services. Participates in case staffing to facilitate case transfer and takes part in multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services. Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the enumerated duties. Minimum Qualifications Preferably 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 a bachelor’s degree in social work supplemented by one year of relevant experience; OR a bachelor’s degree in a related field supplemented by two years of relevant 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. Directly related professional casework/case management experience must involve family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling, advocacy services, or a related field. Conditions of Employment Requires a valid driver’s license, daily access to a vehicle, and proof of insurance. Requires ability to pass a background check. Requires physical, visual, and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties. Overtime is a condition of employment; candidates may be requested to work evenings, weekends, and a 24‑hour on‑call capacity. All conditions are incorporated and related to the job duties listed herein. Benefits Competitive Group Insurance Benefits (Health, Life, Dental, Vision) 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually 12 Paid Sick Days annually (carry over) 10‑25 Days of Paid Vacation annually (10 days in year one) Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12‑hour and part‑time schedules 13 Paid Holidays annually (14 on even years) Flexible Work Schedules (when available) 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Deferred Compensation Program (retirement plan) Optional Pre‑Tax Programs (Medical Care Assistance Plan, Dependent Care Assistance Plan) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility GI Bill/Training/Apprenticeship benefits eligibility for qualifying veterans 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Legal and Equal Opportunity Statements The State of Illinois is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities pursuant to federal law. Applicants may request accommodations as part of the hiring process. The State does not sponsor employment visas; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., wage history will not be requested or considered. Location and Contact Headquarter Location: 467 E Main St, Galesburg, Illinois, 61401 Work County: Knox Supervisor: Ashleigh Ruark Agency Contact: Denise Bean-Mathis Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone #: View phone number on click.appcast.io Posting Group: Social Services Upward Mobility Program: This title is within the UMP. Employees may apply internally and must upload a UMP grade notice before submission. This position does not contain “Specialized Skills” as defined in CBAs. #J-18808-Ljbffr