Child and Family Connections CFC REGIONAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TA SPECIALIST
Child and Family Connections CFC REGIONAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TA SPECIALIST
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:45991
Opening Date: 4/18/25
Closing Date/Time:05/01/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:SOCIAL SERV PROGRAM PLANNER IV 41314
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:Spanish
Salary:Anticipated Salary $7066$10326/month $84792$123912/year) bilingual pay
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
County:Cook
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 requireda 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 theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. 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 Number 45991
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 is one of six divisions within the Illinois Department of Human Services. DEC serves to strengthen and centralize Child Care Early Intervention and Home Visiting within DHS. The DEC vision is for Illinois young children and families to have the supports they need to achieve their full potential. The DEC mission is to enhance access to programs and services that support whole child development. The DEC is committed to the following guiding values Whole Child Focus Quality Service Delivery Equity Relentless Pursuit of Mission Respect & Dignity and Stability & Sustainability.
Essential Functions
As the Child and Family Connections(CFC) Regional Technical Assistance (TA) Specialist conceptualizes designs and implements the highly technical planning analysis and coordination of the Regional Intake Entities and service providers of the Part C Early Intervention (EI) System working in close partnership with the EI Monitoring Grantee and EI Ombudsman in the Early Intervention Services Unit for assigned regions.
Conceptualizes designs implements and maintains highly technical planning and coordination of the program service delivery in designated DHS/ Region(s) including establishing effective working relationships with grantees and other stakeholders and drafting written forms/instructions policies procedures manuals instructions interpretive guidelines and/or handbooks/brochures.
Designs completes and develops decision memoranda agreements briefing papers Requests for Proposals (RFPs) correspondence and other written documents on EI issues function activities and budget.
Organizes staffs and documents listeningsessions with designated grantees families legal guardians and other stakeholders to secure feedback on service delivery.
Represents the Bureau Chief and/or Manager at meetings workshops retreats and conferences regarding the EI program.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of masters degree.
Requires two 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in community organization social service work or in program planning and development.
Requires ability speak and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level.
Specialized Skills
Of the two 2 years of experience requires two 2 years of experience providing continuous quality improvement technical assistance contract/grant monitoring and/or quality assurance program reviews for a public or private organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Two 2 years of experience providing continuous quality improvement technical assistance contract/grant monitoring and/or quality assurance program reviews for a public or private organization.
Three 3 years of professional experience working with a federal grant program such as the Part C EI system.
Three 3 years of professional experience working with an early childhood program such as early intervention childcare child welfare and/or home visiting.
Three 3 years of professional experience working with Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) requirements.
Three 3 years of professional experience communicating verbally and in writing across various forms of media and with small and large stakeholder audiences to ensure detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
Three 3 years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multitasking multiple projects.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to travel with overnight stays.
Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/545 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered nonState employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such nonState employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:MondayFriday 8:30am5pm 1hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location:401 S Clinton St Chicago Illinois 60607
Division of Early Childhood
Bureau of Early Intervention
Early Intervention Services Unit
Chicago Cook County
Posting Group: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)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
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 thehomepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of thehomepage 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 thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
NonState employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
Revolving Door:Certain provisions of the revolvingdoor restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/545 apply to this position. As a result theemployee should be aware that if offered nonState employment duringStateemployment or within one year immediately after ending State employment theemployee shallprior to accepting any such nonState employment offer notify theOffice of the ExecutiveInspector Generalfor the Agencies of the Illinois Governor(OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
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
