Child Welfare Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

The Child Welfare Supervisor will:

• Provide day-to-day supervision of case managers and direct care staff.
• Ensure compliance with all Illinois DCFS licensing standards, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor case documentation for quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Develop and oversee individualized service plans.
• Supervise admissions, discharge planning, and permanency efforts.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations for staff.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, orientation, and staff development.
• Maintain compliance with licensing reviews, audits, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in emergency response, crisis intervention, and incident reviews.
• Collaborate with DCFS, schools, behavioral health providers, medical providers, courts, and community partners.
• Ensure youth receive appropriate educational, medical, behavioral health, and independent living services.
• Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and youth-centered practices.
• Participate in the agency's leadership team and strategic planning.

Applicants must meet the qualifications established under Illinois DCFS Child Welfare Licensing Standards.

Qualified applicants must possess one of the following:

Option 1

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution or an academically equivalent Master's Degree in a human services field; and
• A minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience in child welfare or human services.

OR

Option 2

• Master's Degree in a related field not approved as academically equivalent to Social Work or Human Services; and
• Three (3) years of child welfare experience.

OR

Option 3

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services (or academically equivalent); and
• Three (3) years of child welfare or human services experience; and
• Eligibility to meet additional DCFS educational requirements if applicable.

reference will be given to candidates with:

• Previous supervisory experience in child welfare.
• DCFS licensed agency experience.
• Foster care, residential, group home, or Transitional Living Program experience.
• Trauma-informed care certification or experience.
• Crisis intervention experience.
• Knowledge of Illinois child welfare regulations.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Experience with licensing reviews and quality assurance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Licensing Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to satisfy all applicable Illinois DCFS licensing standards for Child Welfare Supervisors.

Employment is contingent upon:

• Successful criminal background check.
• Child abuse and neglect registry clearance.
• Employment verification.
• Professional reference verification.
• Verification of education.
• Submission of official sealed college transcripts.
• Ability to meet all DCFS personnel requirements.

Required Documents

Applicants should submit:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References
• Copies of Degrees (official sealed transcripts required before employment)
• Professional Certifications (if applicable)

Join an organization building a foundation of excellence for youth and families. This is an opportunity to lead a growing nonprofit, shape organizational strategy, establish a culture of excellence, and create lasting change throughout Central Illinois.

Company Description

Join an organization building a foundation of excellence for youth and families. This is an opportunity to lead a growing nonprofit, shape organizational strategy, establish a culture of excellence, and create lasting change throughout Central Illinois.