Permanency Assistant - Jacksonville

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Permanency Assistant under general supervision. The role supports Child Welfare Specialists in coordinating placements, providing transportation to and from placements, court hearings, medical appointments, and other program activities. The assistant observes children and reports any unusual behavior related to mental, social adjustment, or overall health to the caseworker or supervisor.

Union position – provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement apply to filling this position.

• Serves as Permanency Assistant to Child Welfare Specialists
• Provides support to Child Welfare Specialist efforts to move youth to appropriate permanency options
• Provides support and feedback to the assigned worker regarding observation of child during child–parent visitation when applicable
• Observes children and reports to the caseworker or supervisor any unusual behavior relating to the mental, social adjustment, and overall health of children
• Attends and provides input into team meetings
• Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Requires any combination of education and experience that provides knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to either completion of two years of college and one year of experience, or three years of experience working with culturally disadvantaged persons in a social service program.

• Requires a valid driver’s license, daily access to an automobile, and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Requires ability to pass a background check.
• Requires physical, visual, and auditory ability to carry out assigned duties.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families, from providing hotline support to fostering family reunification, foster care, and adoption.

• 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)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually – 10 days in year one of employment
  • Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12‑hour & part‑time work schedules (as applicable)
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  • 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 Pre‑Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) and Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
  Work Hours

  Monday‑Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

  Location & Contact Information

  Headquarters: 1122 Wall St, Jacksonville, Illinois, 62650
  Work County:
  Morgan
  Supervisor:
  Jenny Metzroth
  Agency Contact:
  Denise Bean‑Mathis
  Email: denise.bean-mathis
  Phone: 217‑524‑0275

  Application Instructions

  All applicants must apply electronically through the  website. State of Illinois employees should use the Success Factors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email, mail, fax, or hand delivery will not be considered.

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