Family Services Specialist
Family Services Specialist
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$ 5703 - 8170
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Job Description
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:EXECUTIVE I 13851
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:Spanish
Opening Date:04/11/2025
Closing Date/Time:04/24/2025
Salary:Anticipated Salary $5703$8170/month $68436$98040/year)
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
County:Sangamon
Number of Vacancies:1
Plan/BU:RC062
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 thewebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee career portal.
While not required a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number45687
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 biggersomething 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 scheduleflexible 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 toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Early Childhood (DEC) is seeking to hire a dynamic organized and detailedoriented Family Services Specialist. DEC is one of six divisions within the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). DEC serves to strengthen and centralize Child Care Early Intervention Home Visiting and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start within IDHS. The DEC vision is for Illinois pregnant persons young children and families to have the supports they need to achieve their full potential. The DEC mission is to enhance equitable access to Child Care Home Visiting and Early Intervention programs and services that support whole child development. DEC is committed to the following guiding values: Whole Child Focus Quality Service Delivery Equity Relentless Pursuit of Mission Respect and Dignity and Stability and Sustainability.
Essential Functions
Serves as the Family Services Specialist.
Oversees and facilitates collaborative relationship building with families family partnership agreements followup services case management and goal setting of program and families.
Provides direction and support to Family Advocates parents boards of directors and other stakeholders to provide feedback training and supervision on effective intervention and supportive strategies.
Oversees the selection of parent curriculum and monitors its implementation.
Translates and interprets both orally and in writing for Spanishspeaking clients regarding services available.
Initiates Agreements (e.g. Intergovernmental and/or Data Sharing) and contracts with other state and regional agencies for provision of services via Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) mandates.
Participates in training as necessary to strengthen both staff and the Division.
Performs other duties as requested or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four 4 years of college preferably with courses in business or public administration.
Requires one 1 year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organizationOR completion of an agency approved professional management training program.
Requires ability to speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level.
Specialized Skills
Of the one 1)year of responsible administrative experience requires one 1 year of experience working with seasonal migrants and their family members.
Preferred Qualifications
One 1 year of experience working with seasonal migrants and their family members.
Two 2 years of professional experience in relationship building community organizing parent organizing or case management related to a human services program.
Two 2 years of professional experience developing and implementing trainings for families staff service providers or boards of directors of human services programs.
Two 2 years of professional experience developing of spreadsheets queries and reports using standard office software packages including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite.
Two 2 years of professional experience monitoring and analyzing data through a data management system.
Two 2 years of professional experience utilizing the principles and practices of public and business administration.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to travel statewide including overnight stays.
Requires basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
*All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: MondayFriday 8:30am5pm 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location: 100 South Grand Ave E Springfield Illinois 62762
Division of Early Childhood
Associate Director of Programs
Bureau of Quality Initiatives/Migrant Head Start/Family Services
Springfield/Sangamon County
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services supports programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity Equity Community Urgency Transparency and Kindness.
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)
1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually 10 days in year one of employment)
Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12hour & parttime work schedules (as applicable)
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 PreTax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
GI BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5 Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
State employees should include temporary assignments in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
