Social Services Social Services

Job Requisition ID:  99

Agency:  Department of Human Services  

Posting ID #10-90-99

Closing Date/Time:  CONTINUOUS POSTING

Salary:  $3544-$5001 

Job Type:  Salaried Full Time 

Work Hours:  Monday - Friday 37.5 hrs/wk  

Work Location: 171 Executive Pkwy

Rockford, IL 61107

Job Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, receives on the job training for a period of six to twelve months to develop the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed to manage a public assistance caseload such as Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) including earned income cases, Medical Assistance No Grant (MANG) including Spenddown cases, Aid to the Aged, Blind and Disabled (AABD), Group Care, Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP) or other such cases; receives training  to  explain  work incentive  programs  and to encourage client participation; receives training to assist client in resolving problems that interfere with work or educational opportunities. Communicates with customers and other Department of Human Services (DHS) staff in both verbal and written form.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Requires Bachelor's degree in anthropology, psychology, sociology, social welfare or equivalent educational attainment in a related field of the social sciences. Requires ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Requires the ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

Job Function:  Social Services  

DHS Mission Statement -  IDHS’ serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

Please complete the CMS100 Employment Application:

app_cms100.pdf (illinois.gov)