Child Protection Assistant

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Location:

Urbana, IL, US, 61801

Job Requisition ID:[41330]{lang=”en-US”
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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.

Title:Child Protection Assistant-Urbana – 508 S Race St

Agency:Department of Children and Family Services

Closing Date/Time:10/31/2024
Salary:$3,874 – $5,120 monthly – Anticipated Starting Salary:
$3,874 monthly
Job Type:Salaried Full Time
County:Champaign
Number of Vacancies:1
Plan/BU:RC009

REQ: 41330

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the
relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the
filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply
electronically through SuccessFactors. Applications submitted via email
or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

## POSITION OVERVIEW

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an
organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as
Child Protection Assistant. Under immediate supervision, this position
will drive or travel with Child Protection Specialist staff to homes to
assist in investigations of complaints regarding child abuse and
neglect. The position will provide assistance to the Child Protection
Specialist as they conduct interviews with children and families in
their homes and in the community. This position provides a great
opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested
in playing a role in ensuring the safety of children. 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 communication skills. We invite you to
join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives
of the children and families of Illinois.

## ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

– Serves as Child Protection Assistant
– Observes children and reports to the Child Protection Specialist any
unusual behavior relating to the mental, social adjustment, and
overall health of children
– Communicates to clients services available through DCFS and private
agencies.
– Organizes and maintains automotive records and materials, including
mileage, maintenance, and expenses
– Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably
within the scope of the duties enumerated above.