Aurora, Illinois, United States · On-site
$6k–$9k/mo
Job Requisition ID: 57711 Opening Date: 07/27/2026 Closing Date: 08/10/2026 Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: CHILD PROTECTION SPEC - 07163 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: …
Skills: Case Documentation, Case Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Client Transportation, Leadership
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$31/hr–$39/hr
Substance Abuse Counselor- CADC Counselor II We are currently seeking a full-time Substance Abuse Counselor 2 for our Montrose Behavioral Hospital location. At Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital, our goal is to provide …
Skills: Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Family Counseling, Initial Assessments, Treatment Planning
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$23/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Chicago - 1100 W Cermak B414 - Chicago, IL 60608Education Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $23.00 - $23.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesPlease click …
Skills: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Facilitation, Case Management, Community Outreach, Crisis Intervention
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeChicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Meal Preparation, Companionship
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeYorkville, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Meal Preparation, Companionship
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeOrland Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Meal Preparation, Companionship
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeSchaumburg, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Meal Preparation, Companionship
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeHinsdale, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Meal Preparation, Companionship
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeNaperville, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Meal Preparation, Companionship
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeChicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Bathing, Dressing
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeYorkville, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Bathing, Dressing
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeOrland Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Bathing, Dressing
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeSchaumburg, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Bathing, Dressing
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeHinsdale, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities Of Daily Living, Bathing, Dressing
MD Caregivers Inc. dba Happier At HomeNaperville, Illinois, United States · On-site
Happier at Home is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in the Naperville, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, Plainfield, Orland Park, and all points in between, with services that range from brief o…
Skills: Personalized Care, Health Monitoring, Activities of Daily Living, Meal Preparation, Companionship
Berwyn, Illinois, United States · On-site
Description Join us at the Nexus of care and compassion. Social Services Assistant Benefits: Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage401K PlanEmployee rewards programPaid VacationPaid Sick TimePa…
Skills: Communication, Relationship building, Program implementation, Resident engagement, Social services administration
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$63k–$93k/yr
Your future role at a glance Location: Chicago, IL Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph Schedule: Day shift | Full-Time Salary range: $63,363.30 - $92,668.83 per year How you'll make an impact in this role Coordinate the ove…
Skills: Case Management, Interdisciplinary Care Planning, Patient Assessment, Patient Advocacy, Medical Documentation
Downers Grove, Illinois, United States · On-site
Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Position Summary The Recruitment Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of …
Skills: Recruitment & Talent Acquisition, Interviewing & Candidate Evaluation, Employee Relations, Regulatory Compliance, Training & Development
Dunwoody, Georgia, United States · On-site
$60k–$75k/yr
MORTGAGE PROCESSOR COMPENSATION RANGE: $60,000 - $75,000+ FLSA: Non-Exempt LOCATION: Charlotte, NC, Houston TX, Chicago IL, Atlanta GA, Boston MA CONTACT: [email protected] BENEFITS: Excellent single/family health, vision, a…
Skills: Mortgage Processing, Underwriting, Loan Management, Financial Analysis, Time Management
Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$24/hr
Recovery Support Specialist Location: Crystal Lake, IL Reports To: Living Room Manager (AM) Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) Schedule: 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Friday - Tuesday Hourly Rate: $20-$24 per hour, comm…
Skills: Peer Support, Crisis De-escalation, Trauma-Informed Care, Safety Planning, Mental Health Recovery
Aurora, Illinois, United States • On-site
Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.
The specialist prepares reports and assessments to determine the need for substitute care for children. They coordinate placements and attend multi-disciplinary conferences to assess necessary services for families.
Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in social work, human services, or criminal justice with 1-2 years of related professional experience. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to work on-call, evenings, and weekends.
Job Requisition ID: 57711
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 08/10/2026
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title: CHILD PROTECTION SPEC - 07163
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,460 monthly; Full Range $6,460 - $9,337 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
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 position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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 you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re 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.
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Child Protection Specialist. 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 leadership and communication capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.
Preferably requires a master’s degree in social work
A master’s degree in a related human service field, in criminal justice, criminal justice administration, or law enforcement and one year of directly related professional experience
A bachelor’s degree in social work and one year of directly related professional experience
A bachelor’s 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 bachelor’s or master’s degree must be accredited, and the degree program in social work must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education
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.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Headquarter Location: 301 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, Illinois, 60506
Work County: Kane
Agency Contact: Andrea Martinez
Email: [email protected]
Supervisor: Vonzi Anderson
Posting Group: Social Services
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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 Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com 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
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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:
DCFS is responsible for protecting children and strengthening families through the investigation and intervention of suspected child abuse. If you suspect a child is being maltreated or a family is in need of help, call the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-25-ABUSE. All calls are confidential. The Hotline is staffed 24 hours a day.
Offices: 406 E. Monroe, Springfield, Illinois, US · 60 E Van Buren St, Chicago, Illinois 60605, US
Based on 1516 listings with disclosed salaries, most social services jobs in Illinois pay between $50k–$99k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
There are currently 6,850 open social services positions in Illinois listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Companies currently hiring include Chicago Public Schools, Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Westside Children's Therapy, Villas of Holly Brook, Gardant, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Yes — 668 of the 6850 open social services positions offer remote or hybrid work (127 remote, 541 hybrid).
Each listing links directly to the employer's application page. Apply early — fresh listings get the most recruiter attention in the first two weeks.
