This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11607889 Location: RockIsland, IL, US, 61201
Job Requisition ID: 34728
Agency : Department of Children and Family Services
Closing Date/Time: 02/01/2024
Salary: \$6,975 - \$10,591 (Anticipated Starting Salary Step 1C:\$6,975/monthly)
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Rock Island
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevantcollective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling ofthis position.
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Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, handdelivery) will not be considered.
REQ #34728
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking anorganized, professional, and energetic individual to serve asAdministrative Case Reviewer. Under general direction, this positionwill evaluate and determine case eligibility and review case plans toensure that they reflect a best interest of the child criteria, whichinvolves children in out-of-home care. The position will manage the casereview process, which includes monitoring participation, convening andconducting the review, maintaining focus of the group, interpretingpolicies and rules, and clarifying the rights and responsibilities ofall attending participants. This position provides a great opportunityfor someone who is passionate about children and interested in ensuringthe stability and well-being of children served by the Department. DCFSoffers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and apension program. The ideal candidate for this position will haveexcellent organizational skills and strong leadership capabilities. Weinvite you to join our innovative team to help make a positivedifference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.
Job Responsibilities
1. Serves as Administrative Case Reviewer
2. Manages the case review process, which includes monitoringparticipation, convening and conducting the review, maintaining focus ofthe group, interpreting policies and rules, and clarifying the rightsand responsibilities of all attending participants
3. Within identified timeframes and using established protocol,completes a feedback report on each case reviewed and Case ReviewInformation Packet (CRIP)
4. Explains and advises participants of their options to appeal theservice plan and provides written notice of appeal rights; providesinput into any appeal of his/her decisions regarding service plans
5. Monitors the implementation of Departmental policies regarding caseplanning and service delivery
6. Keeps abreast of statutes, rules, and procedures governing childwelfare practice
7. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonablywithin the scope of the duties enumerated above