Social Service Community Planner

Position: SOCIAL SERVICE COMMUNITY PLANNER
Job

Requisition

Opening Date: 06/03/2026

Closing Date: 06/17/2026

Agency:
Department of Children and Family Services

Class

Title:

SOCIAL SERVICE COMMUNITY PLANNER - 41295

Skill Option:
None

Bilingual Option:
None

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary (as of 7/1/26): $4,568/month. Full Range: $4,568-$6,133/month

Job Type: Salaried

Category:
Full Time

County:
Sangamon

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME

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  website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors 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.

Essential Functions

* Serves as Contract Support Staff

* Audits, reviews, monitors, and completes monitoring and service level data reports regarding day care clients and providers and associated billing

* Serves as a resource for Department and private agency staff, day care providers,clients, and foster parents regarding day care policies, procedures, and payment regulations

* Maintains complex information systems of monitoring and service delivery data and develops various reports as assigned, performing all related functions in a timely manner

* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope ofthe duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

* Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school

* Requires two years of experience in a community serviced by a demonstration project or a similar community experience

Conditions of Employment

* Requires ability to pass a background check.

* Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.

* The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

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:

* 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)

* 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), 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)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www
2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Work Hours:

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Headquarter

Location:

4500 S 6th St Rd, Springfield, Illinois, 62703

Work County:
Sangamon

Agency Contact:
Chelsea Vance

Email: chelsea.vance

Posting Group:
Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to…