Child Protection Investigator Floater

Why Work for Illinois Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something bigger that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Position Overview The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized professional and results oriented individual to serve as Child Protection Investigator Floater. Under direction this position will receive and investigate reports of alleged child abuse/neglect within mandated time limits. The position assesses the immediate safety of children and initiates appropriate levels of child protection needed. 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 and youth. 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 Functions Serves as Child Protection Investigator Floater serving the field offices of the sub-region in a floater capacity Prepares investigation reports for assessing validity of reports of allegations Selects, summarizes and presents case material for transfer to permanency caseworker or community agencies Determines the need for and coordinates the placement of children in substitute care facilities Attends multi-disciplinary diagnostic and technical staff conferences to assess needed services Transports clients when taking protective custody when placing them in substitute care and when changing placement location Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above Minimum Qualifications Preferably requires a masters degree in social work Requires a masters degree in a related human service field in criminal justice criminal justice administration or law enforcement and one year of directly related professional experience Requires a bachelors degree in social work and one year of directly related professional experience Requires a bachelors degree in a related human service field in criminal justice criminal justice administration or law enforcement and two years of directly related professional experience The college or university issuing a bachelors or masters degree must be accredited and the degree program in social work must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education Conditions Of Employment Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate valid drivers license daily access to an automobile and proof of vehicle insurance Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history Requires physical visual and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled unscheduled or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. This also requires the ability to work in a 24 hour on call capacity The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related any of the job duties as listed in the job description About The Agency DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting every effort from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption children and families are our focus. As a State of Illinois Employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: A Pension Program Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health Life Dental and Vision Insurance 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) 13 Paid Holidays annually 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM Work Location: 1580 1st Ave Ottawa Illinois 61350 Key SkillsEpidemiology,Public Health,Bank Secrecy Act,Bioinformatics,Fraud,Genetics,Interviewing,Law Enforcement,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Research Experience,Next Generation Sequencing,Writing Skills #J-18808-Ljbffr