Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
PERMANENCY SPECIALIST (UMP) - BLOOMINGTON Job Details | State of Illinois
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement, Bloomington, Illinois, us, 61791
Overview
PERMANENCY SPECIALIST (UMP) - BLOOMINGTON We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome. Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under
My Documents → Additional Documents
section for each application. Questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at
CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov
or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation. Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status, nor is the State able to provide extensions of OPT under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the State does not seek or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on wage or salary history. Please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other materials. Date: Oct 7, 2025 Location: Bloomington, IL, US, 61701 Job Requisition ID: 50384 Closing Date:
10/22/2025 Agency:
Department of Children and Family Services Class Title:
CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218 Working Title:
PERMANENCY SPECIALIST (UMP) - BLOOMINGTON Skill Option:
None Bilingual Option:
None Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $6,242/month; Full Range $6,242/month - $9,021/month Job Type:
Salaried Category:
Full Time County:
McLean Number of Vacancies:
1 Bargaining Unit Code:
RC063 Professional Employees, Educators, Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators, and Physicians AFSCME Note:
This position is a union position; provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement apply. Apply Instructions All applicants must apply electronically through the Illinois jobs website. State of Illinois employees should apply through the SuccessFactors portal. Applications submitted via email or paper will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois reflects values of compassion, equity, and dedication. We offer competitive benefits, retirement programs, and opportunities to advance your career. 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 provides professional child welfare casework services to children and families, determines needs, and coordinates placement of children in substitute care facilities. The role includes interviewing clients and professionals to obtain information for diagnostics and development of treatment plans. This role supports safety and stability for children and youth. Essential Functions Serves as Permanency Specialist providing experienced professional casework services to children and families. Works with intact families and children in home and/or substitute care. Conducts interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for 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 staffings to facilitate case transfer and participates in multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services. Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of duties listed above. Minimum Qualifications 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 degree must be from an accredited college or university and the social work program must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education. The related work experience must be in family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling, and advocacy or a related field. Conditions of Employment Requires a valid driver\'s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle 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, and you may be required to work evenings, weekends, or in a 24-hour on-call capacity. Other conditions as listed in the job duties. About the Agency DCFS is committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. We focus on safeguarding children from hotline intake through family reunification, foster care, and adoption. Benefits include a robust package: Pension, health, life, dental, vision insurance, paid leave, holidays, flexible schedules, tuition and loan programs, and more. Specific information is available on the benefits page. Work Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Work Location:
401 Brown St, Bloomington, Illinois, 61701 Supervisor:
Kendra Helferich Agency Contact:
Denise Bean-Mathis Email:
denise.bean-mathis@illinois.gov Phone:
217-524-0275 Posting Group:
Social Services UMP Information This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. Application Instructions Use the Apply button on the posting to begin the application process. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State employees. Non-State employees should log in on the Illinois.jobs2web portal. If you have questions about applying, refer to the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid or Application Procedures. The main communication will be via email. Check junk/spam folders for messages from donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com and systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com.
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PERMANENCY SPECIALIST (UMP) - BLOOMINGTON We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome. Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under
My Documents → Additional Documents
section for each application. Questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at
CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov
or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation. Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status, nor is the State able to provide extensions of OPT under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the State does not seek or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on wage or salary history. Please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other materials. Date: Oct 7, 2025 Location: Bloomington, IL, US, 61701 Job Requisition ID: 50384 Closing Date:
10/22/2025 Agency:
Department of Children and Family Services Class Title:
CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST - 07218 Working Title:
PERMANENCY SPECIALIST (UMP) - BLOOMINGTON Skill Option:
None Bilingual Option:
None Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $6,242/month; Full Range $6,242/month - $9,021/month Job Type:
Salaried Category:
Full Time County:
McLean Number of Vacancies:
1 Bargaining Unit Code:
RC063 Professional Employees, Educators, Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators, and Physicians AFSCME Note:
This position is a union position; provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement apply. Apply Instructions All applicants must apply electronically through the Illinois jobs website. State of Illinois employees should apply through the SuccessFactors portal. Applications submitted via email or paper will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois reflects values of compassion, equity, and dedication. We offer competitive benefits, retirement programs, and opportunities to advance your career. 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 provides professional child welfare casework services to children and families, determines needs, and coordinates placement of children in substitute care facilities. The role includes interviewing clients and professionals to obtain information for diagnostics and development of treatment plans. This role supports safety and stability for children and youth. Essential Functions Serves as Permanency Specialist providing experienced professional casework services to children and families. Works with intact families and children in home and/or substitute care. Conducts interviews with clients and professionals to obtain information for 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 staffings to facilitate case transfer and participates in multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services. Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of duties listed above. Minimum Qualifications 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 degree must be from an accredited college or university and the social work program must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education. The related work experience must be in family preservation, family reunification, adoption, youth development, counseling, and advocacy or a related field. Conditions of Employment Requires a valid driver\'s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle 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, and you may be required to work evenings, weekends, or in a 24-hour on-call capacity. Other conditions as listed in the job duties. About the Agency DCFS is committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. We focus on safeguarding children from hotline intake through family reunification, foster care, and adoption. Benefits include a robust package: Pension, health, life, dental, vision insurance, paid leave, holidays, flexible schedules, tuition and loan programs, and more. Specific information is available on the benefits page. Work Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Work Location:
401 Brown St, Bloomington, Illinois, 61701 Supervisor:
Kendra Helferich Agency Contact:
Denise Bean-Mathis Email:
denise.bean-mathis@illinois.gov Phone:
217-524-0275 Posting Group:
Social Services UMP Information This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. Application Instructions Use the Apply button on the posting to begin the application process. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State employees. Non-State employees should log in on the Illinois.jobs2web portal. If you have questions about applying, refer to the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid or Application Procedures. The main communication will be via email. Check junk/spam folders for messages from donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com and systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com.
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