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Foster Care Licensing Specialist
2 months ago
Discover a rewarding career in child welfare.
Benefits of Working with The Center for Youth and Family Solutions:
Standard work week of 37.5 hours
Paid Time Off:
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
- 8 Paid Sick Days
- 5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days
- 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Educational Support:
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Tuition Assistance for continuing education
Employee Support Program (EAP)
- 5 complimentary counseling sessions annually for employees or their families
- Immediate access to community referrals for licensed counselors
- 24/7 helpline
- Financial resources and tax consultation
- Discounted legal and mediation services
- Health and wellness resources
Access to agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement
Agency-provided mobile phone or reimbursement for personal phone use
Flexible dress code
Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
Compensation:
Starting salary of $45, with eligibility for overtime, on-call stipends, and additional financial incentives.
Position Responsibilities:
Oversee and evaluate foster homes to ensure adherence to family-systems, inclusive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practices while maintaining compliance with licensing standards set by DCFS.
A Day in the Life of a Child Welfare Licensing Specialist:
- Conduct home studies and deliver training sessions for foster parents, both individually and in groups.
- Perform licensing investigations.
- Coordinate respite care for foster parents as necessary.
- Support caseworkers and staff in the placement and stability of children in foster care.
- Ensure foster care homes comply with all relevant agency, state, and federal licensing standards and regulations.
Work Schedule: Flexible and non-traditional hours based on the needs of youth and families served.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field.
- Experience in Child Welfare (preferred).
- Child Welfare Licensure (preferred).
Additional Requirements:
- Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Possess an insured vehicle.
- A minimum of three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license.
- Successful completion of DCFS Foundations Training for Child Welfare Licensure.
Additional Perks:
- Choice of four medical plans, including PPO and high deductible options with HSA.
- Dental and Vision coverage.
- 401k plan with a 4% employer match.
- Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage.
- Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan.
About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions:
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is dedicated to supporting children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect. As one of Central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, we serve over 20,000 individuals across 37 counties.
Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches foster lasting positive change.
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
